Investment Operations Specialist

Moneta; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Employer cost-shared medical and dental insurance

401k Match – 50% of employee contributions up to 6%

Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus

Job summary

Moneta in Clayton, Missouri is seeking an Investment Operations Specialist to support investment transaction processing for client advisory teams. You will be responsible for handling alternative investment operations, ensuring timely execution, compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication with custodians and fund companies.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with at least 1 year of experience in investment operations. Comprehensive benefits, including holidays, PTO, and a 401k match, are offered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in investment operations or financial services.
• Experience with custodian platforms and documentation processes preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Process public and private market investment transactions.
• Work with Technology Department to ensure processes are up to date.
• Review fund documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Act as liaison between client teams and fund companies.
• Ensure all investment transactions adhere to regulatory requirements.

Skills

Investment operations experience

Familiarity with alternative investment products

Knowledge of AML/KYC requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with Salesforce CRM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

The Investment Operations Specialist supports the processing and administration of public and private market investment transactions on behalf of client-facing advisory teams. This role serves as a primary point of contact for alternative investment operational matters, including subscriptions, contributions, distributions, and redemptions across a range of fund structures. The Specialist works cross-functionally with client teams, custodians, fund companies, and internal departments to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely execution of investment transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process public and private market investment transactions for client teams, including Alternative Investment (AI) subscriptions, contributions, distributions, redemptions, and transfers.
• Work with Technology Department & Custodian team to ensure the processes for AI’s at each custodian are up to date.
• Assist in the implementation of processing new fund offerings for the client teams.
• Review fund documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission. Facilitate review of items needing clarification with client teams.
• Act as the liaison between client teams and fund companies to ensure timely communication on open issues, inquiries, and tax reporting.
• Assist with fund reconciliation following closes and capital calls.
• Communicate with custodians as needed regarding processing of AI paperwork.
• Ensure all investment transactions adhere to internal mandates, SEC regulations, and AML/KYC requirements.
• Modifies and documents internal business processes as needed.
• Additional assignments, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in investment operations, financial services, or a related back-office function
• Familiarity with alternative investment products (hedge funds, private equity, real assets, or similar) preferred
• Working knowledge of AML/KYC requirements and SEC regulatory standards preferred
• Experience with custodian platforms and alternative investment subscription/documentation processes preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with Salesforce CRM preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Additional Information

Moneta is committed to providing the best possible care for our employees; part of this care includes offering comprehensive benefits that enhance the well-being of employees and their families:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employer cost-shared medical and dental insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, AD&D insurance, and basic life insurance
• 401k Match – 50% of employee contributions up to 6% of compensation
• Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Employee referral incentive bonus program
• Onsite wellness programs & rewards

Moneta is a fiduciary fee-only Registered Investment Advisory firm and unable to hold securities licenses with the exception of Series 65. We also do not allow outside business activities, insurance commissions, and/or trails.