Investment Operations Analyst

Investment Operations Analyst

Serve as an Analyst on the Investment Operations teams supporting Global Atlantic’s $170B asset portfolio. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task under pressure with minimal supervision. Some of the responsibilities will include:

• Oversee daily cash suspense process; help identify and report open items; assist with clearing large and aged items; assist with Open Payables/Receivables reconciliation.
• Own Investment Operations’ relationship with internal/external auditors. Track open items and work across teams to provide support.
• Reconcile balances of cash and bonds posted for collateral for derivatives or borrowings.
• Own registration of Private Placement Numbers with the CUSIP Service
• Support reconciliation of SMF data between IBOR and ABOR
• Collaborate with Investment Accounting and other stakeholders to identify and resolve miscellaneous data feed or reporting issues.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and investment teams to develop strategies that align with NAIC rating requirements and investment objectives.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of processes and controls related to NAIC-rated assets.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including rating agencies, brokers, and insurers.
• Stay informed about regulatory developments and industry trends related to NAIC ratings and insurance investment guidelines.
• Prepare/maintain monthly and quarterly reports on NAIC-rated investments, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Responsible for asset set up for new securities and structured transactions – coordinate with Portfolio Management team to (ii) understand new structures and (ii) build-out infrastructure to support new structures in Global Atlantic’s Investment Management Platform (Aladdin and LMS)
• Set up of SPVs to hold assets and facilitate internal securitization of asset cashflows.
• Inclusive of settlement of loans/assets, onward participation of loans/assets across Global Atlantic Portfolios – coordination with Legal and custody banks.
• Engage in team initiatives to support complex asset structures and process automation.
• Responsible for ongoing asset lifecycle management (Principal and Interest Remittances, Pay-downs, Pay-offs, coupon updates, factor updates, etc.)
• Review cash and asset movement across Global Atlantic custody and trust banks and accounts related to Investment Activity (trades, transfers, etc.) 

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related major. MBA or CFA a plus
• 1-3 years relevant professional experience
• Experience with ratings/ratings agencies
• Clearwater, Wall Street Office, IHS Markit, Moody’s Analytics, Tableau experience is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail, placing a high priority on accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multi-task multiple high priority responsibilities
• Ambition and desire to succeed by delivering quality and effective results
• Positive attitude even when faced with difficult obstacles, issues, or challenges
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. VBA and Visio experience a plus

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This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future