Operations Analyst, Reconciliation

SEI; Oaks (PA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible PTO

Paid parental leave

Job summary

SEI is looking for an Operations Analyst to join the Reconciliation team in Oaks, Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reconciliation of custodial and prime broker accounts, coordinating communication with clients and internal teams. A BA/BS in Accounting or a related field is required, along with strong communication and Excel skills. The role offers a hybrid working environment and a wide range of benefits including health care and flexible PTO.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and organized with the ability to complete multiple client deliverables.
• Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and adaptability to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Fund Accounting and Portfolio Accounting teams.
• Collect and maintain security pricing details from vendors.
• Communicate with internal and client teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in professional development sessions.

Skills

Ability to work 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service skills

Education

BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics

Job description

The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members on our Reconciliation team. Our primary goal is to provide exceptional administration servicing for our clients’ assigned alternative investment funds, mutual funds, or ETFs. As an operations analyst, you will act as an intermediary between the funds and the fund accountant teams to ensure the reconciliation of custodial and prime broker accounts are accurate.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with Fund Accounting and Portfolio Accounting teams to understand the client’s portfolio and fund structure and ensure all required deliverables are complete, performing various types of reconciliations to maintain data accuracy and meet client service expectations.
• Collect and maintain security pricing details from third‑party vendors and broker quotes, and document processes and procedures for individual client needs.
• Communicate with internal teams or client teams to resolve open issues and questions, coordinating with technology and vendor support when necessary to resolve production issues or system support queries.
• Participate in IMS and corporate professional development sessions to identify improvements and partner with a diverse team to grow your career.

What We Need From You

• Ability to work a consistent early schedule from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or equivalent work experience.
• Internship experience preferred.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Self‑motivation, organization, and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, primarily supporting clients through email and/or phone calls.
• Strong customer service skills with daily communication to clients and other service providers.

What We Would Like From You

• A drive to broaden knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and applying them to daily work.
• Attention to detail to ensure deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
• Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, remaining flexible as client needs change.
• Positivity, collegial approach, and teamwork.
• Curiosity, critical thinking, and a proactive attitude toward process improvement.
• Alignment with SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection, and fun.

For this position, SEI is not hiring individuals who require sponsorship for employment or continued employment now or in the future.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment, support for working parents, flexible PTO, paid parental leave, back‑up childcare, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays per year, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEI is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AI Acceptable Use in the Application and Interview Process

SEI acknowledges the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into individuals’ personal and professional lives. If you intend to incorporate the use of any AI tools at any stage of the application and/or interview process, please ensure you have reviewed and adhere to our AI use guidelines.