Job#: 3044699 Job Description: Trade Operations Analyst
Location
Lake Mary, FL (Onsite)
Employment Type
Contract (12 Months)
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Trade Operations Analyst to join a high-performing operations team responsible for a critical stage of the trade lifecycle. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with fund accounting, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure accurate trade processing, data integrity, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial instruments, operational workflows, and trade processing concepts. This position also provides exposure to process improvement initiatives, automation, and emerging AI-enabled solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Capture & Processing
- Process client trade instructions accurately and within established service levels.
- Ensure trades are correctly entered into accounting and operational systems.
- Support downstream reporting, reconciliation, and valuation processes.
Data Validation & Reconciliation
- Validate trade data uploads and investigate discrepancies.
- Reconcile trade instructions against source records and trade blotters.
- Resolve data quality issues to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Operational & Fund Accounting Support
- Partner with fund accounting and operations teams to support daily workflows.
- Maintain data integrity across multiple systems and processes.
- Assist with operational initiatives, including data migration and process transition activities.
Exception Management
- Monitor exception reports and identify the root cause of processing breaks.
- Coordinate resolution efforts with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Escalate and track issues through to completion.
Security & Reference Data Maintenance
- Support onboarding and setup of new securities.
- Obtain and validate security reference and pricing information from market data providers.
- Maintain accurate security master records and related reference data.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with global teams, business partners, and clients.
- Provide timely communication regarding trade status, issues, and resolutions.
- Build strong relationships to support operational effectiveness.
Process Improvement & Automation
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.
- Support automation initiatives and operational efficiency projects.
- Utilize technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity and accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience within financial services, operations, technology, or a related business environment.
- Strong understanding of financial instruments and trade processing concepts.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
- PivotTables
- VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
- Power Query
- Macros
- Data analysis and reporting tools
- Experience with reconciliations, data validation, exception management, and operational workflows.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting fund accounting, trade operations, or trade capture functions.
- Familiarity with file formats and transmission methods such as SWIFT, XML, CSV, FTP, and SFTP.
- Experience participating in data migration or system conversion initiatives.
- Exposure to automation tools, AI solutions, or operational efficiency programs.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take ownership of increasingly complex responsibilities.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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