Middle Office Operations Reconciliations Analyst

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 57,859 - 60,614; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Middle Office Operations Reconciliations Analyst for an 18+ month contract in Denver, CO. This hybrid position involves managing operational processes across the trade lifecycle, supporting daily client activities across various asset types, and identifying transaction discrepancies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance and 1–3 years of financial industry experience, demonstrating excellent problem-solving, communication skills, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years related financial industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and drive solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage key operational processes across the trade lifecycle.
• Support daily client trade activity across various asset types.
• Gather and verify information in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Task prioritization

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SWIFT messaging formats

Job description

Middle Office Operations Reconciliations Analyst

Immediate need for a talented Middle Office Operations Reconciliations Analyst. This 18+ months contract opportunity located in Denver, CO (Hybrid).

Pay Range: $42.00/hr - $44.00/hr

Job ID: 25-95693

Key Responsibilities:

• The Middle Office team manages key operational processes across the trade lifecycle including: Trade Capture, Matching, Settlement, Accounting Integration, Pricing and Corporate Action processing.
• Support daily client trade activity across a wide range of asset types including listed equities, fixed income, and derivative instruments.
• Perform time‑critical functions daily, gathering and verifying information from various sources in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Ensure daily reporting to relevant Oversight teams accurately reflects trade data and provides sufficient commentary.
• Identify and resolve transaction discrepancies with external and internal parties: unmatched/failed trades, pricing discrepancies, dividend/coupon variations, foreign exchange, derivatives, account overdrafts, and bank wires.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad‑hoc reporting for internal and external clients; assist with follow‑up questions.
• Research and resolve complex issues.
• Continuously review processes to identify improvements, new efficiencies, and increased quality and controls.
• May be required to work on holidays.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Trade capture, matching, settlement and integration into accounting system.
• Processing of lifecycle events and security set‑up in accounting system.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years related financial industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and drive solutions.
• Strong interest and willingness to learn in the financial services industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and prioritize tasks appropriately.
• Working knowledge of various security types: equity, debt, private instruments, derivatives, etc.
• Experience in mutual fund operations (back or middle office).
• Experience with SWIFT messaging formats.
• Proven ability to maintain a customer‑service focused attitude in a high‑pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines and strict operational controls.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.