Our Client a Global Investment Bank, is seeking a Senior Business Analyst:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst with a strong background in Treasury and Repo operations to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with T+1 settlements, cash flow management, reconciliation processes, and clearing operations. Knowledge of Alpha System or similar treasury systems is a plus. This role is critical for optimizing business processes, improving reconciliation accuracy, and ensuring the timely clearing of treasury transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- T+1 Settlements: Manage and ensure timely T+1 trade settlements within the Treasury and Repo space.
- Treasury and Repo Operations: Provide subject matter expertise on Treasury and Repo transactions, including trade execution, collateral management, and related cash flows.
- Cash Flow Management: Analyze and monitor cash movements, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of incoming/outgoing funds.
- Reconciliation: Perform end-to-end reconciliation of Treasury and Repo transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Clearing and Settlement: Support and oversee the clearing process, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with market standards.
- Alpha System: Utilize and provide enhancements on the Alpha System (or similar treasury platforms) for optimal data management, reporting, and transaction tracking.
- Business Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for improving operational efficiency within Treasury/Repo operations, recommending and implementing system enhancements.
- Risk Management: Assist in mitigating risks related to Treasury operations by developing and maintaining control processes for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
- Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including trading desks, risk management, IT, and clearinghouses to ensure streamlined processes and adherence to deadlines.
- Reporting and Documentation: Generate and maintain reports for audit purposes, providing transparency into cash flows, reconciliations, and settlement status.
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in Treasury/Repo operations, including T+1 settlements, reconciliation, and clearing.
- Proven understanding of cash flow management and end-to-end reconciliation processes.
- Experience with Alpha System (or similar financial platforms) is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with TC (Treasury Clearing) operations.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in treasury and repo markets.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL).
