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Portfolio Operations Analyst (Investment Management) Location: Boston - Financial District Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote Duration: 1 year contract Experience Level: 2-4 years Overview Deliver high-quality investment solutions to institutional & high-net-worth clients • Collaborate, support and maintain strong relationships with custodians • Support trade settlement ops • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of portfolio data • The team values collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence Responsibilities Account Reconciliation & Oversight • Reconcile portfolio holdings, trading activity, and cash balances with custodian bank statements • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner • Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual account reviews to ensure data integrity Cash Management & Reconciliation • Reconcile currency balances between internal systems and custodian statements • Monitor currency accounts to prevent overdrafts and initiate corrective actions • Coordinate with custodians to resolve cash reporting issues Reporting & Data Validation • Support month-end close processes and ensure accurate accounting data • Assist in preparing client and internal reports across various timeframes • Collaborate with Finance and Compliance teams to ensure reporting standards are met Trade Support & Settlement • Work closely with the Trade Settlement team to facilitate timely and accurate trade and FX settlements • Monitor trade lifecycle events and ensure proper booking and confirmation Custodian Relationship Management • Serve as a key point of contact for custodians, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution • Maintain documentation and service-level standards for custodian interactions Qualifications • 2 years of experience in investment operations or portfolio accounting • Strong understanding of financial instruments, trade lifecycle, and reconciliation processes • Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with portfolio management systems (Bloomberg, Eagle, Advent, etc.) • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment • Proactive approach to problem-solving