Reconciliation Analyst (Remote EST)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Boston (MA); Remote; USD 114,616,000 - 171,924,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is seeking a Remote Reconciliation Analyst for a CONTRACT assignment with an insurance client. Candidate can work remotely from an EST location (Boston area preferred).

The Analyst will join the Investment Operations Shared Services Team, supporting the reconciliation function of invested assets across various strategies. Responsible for reviewing reports, resolving exceptions, and driving continuous improvements with the Lead and Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant Investment Operations experience.
• Reconciliations experience across investment strategies.
• Strong Excel skills; quick learner of new tools and processes.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Review aging reconciliation reports; query owners on items outside thresholds.
• Ensure exceptions are resolved promptly; provide updates to Lead.
• Review cash and holding reconciliation items for potential impact and escalate as needed.
• Ensure buffers have backup support for monthly close.
• Meet SLA requirements with internal/external parties efficiently.
• Keep leads and team updated; communicate issues or delays timely.
• Complete work thoroughly before review submission.
• Identify workflow improvements to increase efficiency.
• Escalate issues to Lead/Manager as soon as possible.
• Participate in daily tasks as directed by Lead or Manager.

Skills

Reconciliations

Investment operations

Excel

Time management

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Remote Reconciliation Analyst for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Insurance clients. Candidate can work remotely from an EST location (Boston area preferred).

Seeking an Analyst to join the Investment Operations Shared Services Team supporting the reconciliation function of invested assets. The Shared Services Reconciliation Team supports various investment types including public equity, investment grade & high yield debt, structured credit (MBS/CMO), private credit, bank loans and derivatives. The Analyst will work with the team members and Manager and is responsible for supporting team deliverables/mandates. Expected to foster an environment of continuous improvement and assist/participate in initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and control.

Responsibilities

• Review aging reconciliation reports to ensure that exceptions are validated, query owners on items that are outside determined thresholds
• Ensure exceptions are resolved in timely manner, provide updates to Lead regularly and escape as needed.
• Review outstanding cash and holding reconciliation items for potential material impact and ensure timely resolutions. Escalate items as needed.
• Ensure cash and holding reconciliation breaks have proper backup support for each monthly close
• Ensure SLA requirements for internal and external parties are managed efficiently and effectively
• Keep Lead(s) and rest of team updated on progress of work, and communicate issues/delays timely to avoid missed deadlines
• Ensure work is completed thoroughly and accurately before submitting for review
• Review workflows and identify process improvements, and ways to make workflows more efficient.
• Escalate any issues or delays, pertaining to the items above, or other assigned tasks, to the Lead as soon as possible.
• Participate in other daily tasks as needed per the direction of the Lead or Manager.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field is required.
• Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in Investment Operations.
• Reconciliations
• Working knowledge across various investment strategies and products.
• Strong business aptitude and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially excel, and propensity to quickly learn new applications, processes, and areas of business.
• Detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work effectively independently and within a team.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with BlackRock Aladdin, and SimCorp Dimension

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/.

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