Portfolio analyst Jobs in East York, ON

Analyst, Portfolio Operations (12-Month Contract)

The Opportunity

This position provides support to Investment Finance units including, but not limited to Investment Operations, Performance & Risk Analytics, and Compliance.

The successful candidate requires an in-depth background in Finance Operations processes and a high level of knowledge of derivatives products.

This role supports the direct operation of the unit. It also participates in the production support and change management of various straight through processing and order management systems. Other duties include investigating breaks, troubleshooting, ad hoc projects and other duties as required. From time to time this role could assume review responsibilities of other staff members' work.

This individual will collaborate with members of Investment Technology and Investments as well as external clients, service providers, consultants and vendors in the delivery of business as usual and projects, to meet the Plan's changing requirements.

Critical duties must be carried out and completed same day. This position carries a high degree of responsibility as the dollar value of transactions is significant and errors can result in large losses for the fund which may not be recoverable.

Who you'll work with

This position reports to the Manager, Public Securities Operations.

What you'll do

Execute daily work within Finance Operations unit : (40%)

• Complete individual / team’s critical priorities for the day including trade confirmation, settlement, valuation and reconciliation of Derivatives products.
• Participate in the production support of various processes and systems.
• Co-ordinate work to meet deadlines.
• Identify, analyze, respond to and resolve issues and problems.
• Demonstrate "Expert User" status in understanding department’s processes and systems.
• Determine and carry out appropriate solutions.
• Provide assistance to the team on complex issues.
• Share knowledge with other team members.
• Occasionally review daily work of the team.
• Back up team members during absences.
• Ensure up to date documentation.

Verify information and uphold internal controls : (20%)

Key contributor to projects for the unit under the guidance of the Manager : (10%)

Contribute to identification and carrying out improvements for the unit, including assisting Manager to research, identify and document new markets, products, processes or systems : (10%)

Produce reports : (5%)

Service internal and external clients : (5%)

Deal with internal and external suppliers : (5%)

Other (5%)

What you'll need

What we’re offering

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How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

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Functional Areas : Finance

Requisition ID : 6239

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