Entry Level Operation Specialist

Are you a recent finance graduate looking to join one of the top companies in the Investment Banking industry?

Are you looking to start your professional career and grow at an Entry‑Level opportunity
?

Do you have experience in financial services, operations, or account administration
?

If you answered yes to those three questions,
then apply today
!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work hybrid with our client in Jersey City, NJ
. Interested?

• Responsible for ensuring that new accounts are set up properly and maintained effectively on the client & Co systems.
• The Specialist will develop an in-depth knowledge of client & Co business lines, Sub‑Custodian network, and systems such as the Unified Account File (UAF), Keystone, and Microsoft.
• He/she should assist internal clients in the account opening process and keep them updated on the status of their account openings and maintenance.
• The Client Account Specialist will work closely with the Client Service Group to provide our internal clients with quick and accurate account set‑ups.
• Set up new accounts, make changes to existing accounts, and close accounts that are no longer needed.
• Code data from the new account form into various client & Co systems.
• Perform maintenance functions on existing accounts.
• Escalate problem items.
• Monitor and identify incomplete or inconsistent information that may result in risk to our clients.
• Resolve the discrepancy and execute the transaction.
• Escalate problem items.
• Communicate professionally and constructively to effectively resolve issues to minimize risk and exposure.
• Provide superior client service.
• Communicate as part of a team.
• Gain an understanding of the big picture – how specific function impacts the firm.
• Contribute to Division or Firm process improvement activities.
• Understands client systems and workflows beyond the immediate team and utilizes this knowledge to suggest process improvements that will benefit the department.
• Assists the team in developing and implementing process improvements that will reduce risk or increase productivity.
• Learn how client & Co systems interact with one another.

Pay: $26.00/hr.

Hours:

40 hours/week.

Length:
Contract (6 months).

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Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider—we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience across various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and deliver customized visionary talent solutions that drive the desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to provide comprehensive staffing solutions, including contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Minimum 6 months of experience in financial services, operations, or account administration.

• Demonstrated PC skills.
• Ability to identify, escalif, and resolve a problem.
• Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively. Organizational skills and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F‑1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Talent Rise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.