Investment & Accounting Associate

Job description

Position Summary Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Maintain, review and analyze records for investment activity including fixed income, equity and a variety of derivative securities for all client portfolios assigned in an accurate and timely manner. Monitor interfaces between trading systems and accounting system to ensure that transaction data is captured as efficiently as possible. Work with internal and external parties in order to resolve breaks, identify root causes and expedite resolution. Ensure that all positions are accurate and reconciled across multiple internal systems including BlackRock Solutions, Wall Street Office, e-PAM and others as needed. Work closely with other groups including Data Integrity, Pricing, Reconciliation and Client Services groups. Coordinate settlement efforts both internally and externally. Actively participate and contribute to department wide initiatives and projects. Communicate professionally and effectively with all brokers and counterparties. Work and communicate effectively with internal groups located across New York and Chicago regions. Assist in the development and documentation of procedures and controls within the business unit. Timely response to queries affecting both the risk management system and the accounting system. Qualifications