Mutual Fund Reconciliation Support Associate

This position follows our hybrid-friendly schedule, so you get the best of both worlds - flexibility and collaboration. In-office days will be 3-days per week at our St. Petersburg, FL or Southfield, MI corporate office.

** Responsibilities*
* + Follow established operational procedures, internal controls, and regulatory requirements to ensure work is completed accurately and timely.

+ Research and resolve mutual fund activity discrepancies between vendors, fund companies, transfer agents, and Raymond James books and records.

+ Identify and investigate transaction differences contributing to position and cash imbalances.

+ Partner with internal departments and external business partners to obtain information needed for reconciliation and issue resolution.

+ Review reconciliation reports and exception items, perform research, and document findings.

+ Prepare and maintain reconciliation records, exception logs, and supporting documentation.

+ Monitor assigned reconciliation items and escalate unresolved issues in accordance with department procedures.

+ Utilize Microsoft Excel and reporting tools to analyze data and support daily reconciliation activities.

+ Assist with regulatory reporting, audit requests, and internal control reviews by providing supporting documentation.

+ Participate in cross-training opportunities to gain knowledge of additional reconciliation functions.

+ Support team initiatives, department projects, and process improvement efforts as assigned.

+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

** Knowledge Of*
* + Mutual fund operations, financial services, or reconciliation processes preferred.

+ Basic understanding of investment products and financial transactions.

+ Accounting and balancing concepts.

+ Data analysis and problem-solving techniques.

+ Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

+ Professional business communication practices.

** Skills*
* + Ability to research and resolve cash and share reconciliation discrepancies.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

+ Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

+ Ability to follow established procedures and controls.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

+ Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external business partners.

+ Ability to identify exceptions, gather supporting documentation, and recommend resolution options.

+ Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and business functions.