Investment Operations Analyst

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Investment Operations Analyst position is based with the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians in Irvine, CA, supporting the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation (YSMN) Sovereign Wealth Fund. The role partners with the Investment Operations Associate to manage investment flows, documentation, reporting, and capital movements, while aiding preparation of reports for the Investment Board.

Primary duties include reconciliations, funding coordination, and template enhancements to improve operations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration required.
• Minimum one year of experience assisting in the administration of an institutional investment portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily and monthly reconciliation of investment flows and balances with the Investment Operations Associate and custodians.
• Assists in quarterly performance reporting to the Investment Board.
• Facilitates setup and funding of new investments with investment managers, counsel, and custodians.
• Coordinates funding and distributions from investment managers with custodians and internal teams.
• Facilitates wind-down exits of terminated investments with managers and custodians.
• Updates and develops templates to improve investment operations and fund management processes.
• Performs other duties to support efficient department operations.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration

Tools

Custodial systems

Job description

Under the direction of the Chief Investment Officer, the Investment Operations Analyst is responsible for the operations and administrative elements of the investments for the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation (YSMN) Sovereign Wealth Fund, partnering with the Investment Operations Associate. This position involves activities such as coordinating with the Fund custodian and Tribal Finance, facilitating documentation, reporting, and capital flows on an ongoing basis, and supporting the preparation of reports to the Investment Board.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs daily and monthly reconciliation of investment flows and balances in coordination with the Investment Operations Associate, Fund custodian, and Tribal Finance, supporting performance reporting and dynamic pacing model.

2. Assists the Investment Operations Associate in quarterly performance reporting to the Investment Board in coordination with the Fund custodian and external consultant.

3. Facilitates the setup and funding of new investments, coordinates documentation with investment managers, counsel (internal and external for YSMN, for investment manager), Fund custodian, and internal approval processes.

4. Facilitates regular processes related to funding and distributions from investment managers, coordinating with Fund custodian, Tribal Finance, and internal approval processes.

5. Facilitates exit of investment managers that have been terminated or with funds in wind down in coordination with investment managers, Fund custodian, and internal approval processes.

6. Updates and develops templates that can improve and enhance Investment staff’s processes and procedures as relates to investment operations, administration, and Fund management.

7. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration is required.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience assisting in the administration of an institutional investment portfolio is required.

• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and the ability to learn and efficiently use web-based systems (such as custodial systems) are required.
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment, be proactive, and able to handle confidential material a required.
• Strong data processing and data analytical skills required.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills is required.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines for short, long and ad-hoc assignments.
• Strong critical thinking skills, a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and a desire to take on greater responsibilities and leadership are all required to be a successful member of the Investment Strategies team.
• Must have a commitment to exceptional quality, have the highest ethical standards, and have the vision to enhance and further develop YSMN’s portfolio.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• No Driving Responsibilities: Role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primary work environment is in a climate-controlled office setting.
• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.
• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Strength sufficient to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.
• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.
• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.
• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.

As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees.