Operations Analyst (contract)

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

BNY is seeking an Operations Analyst for its Foreign Exchange Operations team in Pittsburgh. The role supports daily processing of high-volume FX trades and cash activity in a fast-paced financial services environment, requiring attention to detail and strong time management.

The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA with a hybrid schedule (4 days onsite) and standard hours 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. The team emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and continuous learning in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of relevant experience preferred; open to strong entry-level candidates with related experience or demonstrated interest in finance/operations.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including basic Excel functions.

Responsibilities

• Process outstanding FX trades, same-day cash trades, and upcoming trade activity accurately and within required deadlines.
• Monitor and process cash movements related to FX transactions.
• Perform balancing and reconciliation activities to identify and resolve discrepancies across transactions and accounts.
• Complete trade confirmations and ensure timely controls.
• Investigate trade and cash-related discrepancies and drive timely resolution of exceptions.
• Manage a high-volume processing queue and prioritize urgent activity.
• Utilize multiple internal systems to process, track, and reconcile FX activity.
• Communicate with internal partners and external contacts to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain high operational accuracy in a high-volume environment.
• Participate in onboarding and ongoing training to expand expertise.
• Leverage AI tools to improve efficiency and workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is all about it. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Operations Analyst to join our Foreign Exchange Operations team. This role supports the daily processing and oversight of high-volume FX trade and cash activity in a fast-paced financial services environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to work through large volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.

This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA and offers a hybrid schedule of 4 days onsite. Standard hours are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Trade Processing: Process outstanding FX trades, same-day cash trades, and upcoming trade activity accurately and within required deadlines
• Cash Operations Support: Monitor and process cash movements related to FX transactions, ensuring timely and accurate handling of funding activity
• Reconciliations & Balancing: Perform balancing and reconciliation activities throughout the day to identify and resolve discrepancies across transactions and accounts
• Confirmation Management: Complete trade confirmations throughout the day, ensuring operational accuracy and timely completion of required controls
• Exception Resolution: Investigate trade and cash-related discrepancies, research root causes, and work toward timely resolution of exceptions
• Queue Management: Manage a high-volume processing queue containing hundreds of items, while effectively prioritizing urgent and time-sensitive activity
• Systems Navigation: Utilize multiple internal systems and tools to process, track, and reconcile transaction activity across the FX operations workflow
• Client & Internal Communication: Communicate with internal partners and, at times, external contacts to resolve discrepancies and support operational needs
• Operational Accuracy: Maintain a high level of precision while supporting an environment that processes significant daily transaction volumes
• Team Collaboration & Learning: Participate in a structured training program, beginning with approximately four weeks of onboarding and continuing with skill development over time as knowledge expands
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Leverage AI tools and other technologies where appropriate to improve efficiency, support research, and enhance operational workflows

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of relevant experience preferred; open to strong entry-level candidates or recent graduates with related experience or demonstrated interest in finance/operations
• Background in finance, financial services, operations, payments, or a related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment
• Effective time management skills and the ability to stay organized under deadline pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work through large transaction volumes with accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including basic Excel functions
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Preferred Experience

• Experience in foreign exchange, trade operations, cash operations, payments, or financial transaction processing
• Experience with SWIFT, payments, wires, reconciliations, or transaction processing
• Exposure to reconciliation, balancing, confirmations, or exception management workflows
• Experience utilizing AI tools or other productivity-enhancing technologies is a plus

Why Join Us

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build hands‑on experience within FX operations while developing expertise in trade processing, cash activity, reconciliations, and exception management. You will join a team with strong on‑hand support, structured training, and the opportunity to grow within a dynamic financial services environment.

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Pay Rate Range

28 - 35 USD hourly

Additional Notes

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Bank of New York (BNY). Please note that this is not a full‑time employment opportunity. Candidates selected for this role will be engaged as contractors for the specified duration of the project.

Benefits Information

Optional benefits offering include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits via Tundra Technical Solutions.