Hybrid Futures Clearing & Reconciliation Analyst

Phillip Capital Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillip Capital Inc., based in Chicago, is seeking a Futures Operations Analyst to ensure accurate and timely clearing of futures trades. The role supports day-to-day operations, reconciliations, and exception management across multiple clearing houses, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to maintain data integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor allocations, notice days, and positions for expiring contracts, perform cash and position reconciliations, and help

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a financial firm, FCM required.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn each day.
• Knowledge of CME Group (FEC/EFS/Delivery Plus/Reg Portal), ICE (FEC/ECS/Guardian/ECOPS) and LISA preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the broader MS Office suite.
• Analytical thinking with clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform allocations for markets/exchanges, via Lisa and/or exchange interfaces.
• Monitor first notice day/last trading day positions and coordinate liquidation with desk.
• Perform daily position maintenance for expiring option contracts at exchange and internal systems.
• Reconcile cash and positions for all cleared business, self-clearing or through a carrying broker.
• Set up and reconcile exchange fees, maintain member registrations in the fee system.
• Maintain reportable positions for governing bodies.
• Create and maintain execution agreements and handle invoices.
• Drive continuous improvement by testing and creating streamlined processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

5+ years in financial firm/FCM

Tools

CME Group platforms

ICE platforms

LISA middleware

Job description

Phillip Capital Inc., based in Chicago, is seeking a Futures Operations Analyst to ensure accurate and timely clearing of futures trades. The role supports day-to-day operations, reconciliations, and exception management across multiple clearing houses, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to maintain data integrity and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor allocations, notice days, and positions for expiring contracts, perform cash and position reconciliations, and help