Operations Associate

Manning Personnel Group, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment advisory firm in Boston is seeking an Operations Associate to ensure accuracy and efficiency in trade processing and operational controls. The role includes supporting trade capture, monitoring settlements, and preparing reports. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field, 1-4 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Excel. The compensation range is $70k-$80k.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of relevant experience in hedge fund, asset management, or financial services operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a small team.
• Strong sense of accountability and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support daily trade capture and coordinate with prime brokers, custodians, and fund administrators.
• Monitor trade settlements, research discrepancies, and resolve breaks.
• Prepare responses to investor and consultant due diligence requests.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly reconciliations and reporting.
• Process and track wire transfers and manage expense payments.
• Maintain relationships with external service providers.
• Recommend process enhancements to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide support for compliance reporting and regulatory filings.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong quantitative skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proactive problem solver

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

Job description

Vice President at Manning Personnel Group, Inc. - Making Every Recruiting Experience Memorable

A dynamic investment advisory firm in Boston is seeking an Operations Associate. The Operations Associate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of trade processing, reporting, and operational controls. This individual will coordinate with internal teams and external partners to maintain smooth day-to-day operations and continuously enhance our processes and systems. This role offers exposure to all aspects of hedge fund operations and is ideal for someone meticulous, analytical, and eager to contribute to a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support daily trade capture and coordinate with prime brokers, custodians, and fund administrators.
• Monitor trade settlements, research discrepancies, and resolve breaks with counterparties.
• Prepare and manage responses to investor and consultant due diligence requests.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly reconciliations, NAV and performance reporting, and annual audit deliverables.
• Process and track wire transfers, manage expense payments, and perform related reconciliations.
• Maintain productive relationships with external service providers, including administrators, auditors, and brokers.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve operational efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Provide support for compliance reporting and regulatory filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 1–4 years of relevant experience in hedge fund, asset management, or financial services operations.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong quantitative skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a small team.
• Proactive problem solver with a strong sense of accountability and initiative.

Compensation

• $70k‑$80k range

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.