Middle Office Treasury, Associate

at  State Street Corporation

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

Candidate will be responsible for payment processing, reconciliation review, queries resolution and oversight.

EDUCATION & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business-related area (minimum 2.2 honors degree
• IT Literate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Very good English
• Highly numerate
• Ability to perform effectively within strict client deadlines
• Knowledge of some/all of the following: Swift formatting, SSI set ups, Currency deadlinesKnowledge on Swift messages is an advantage

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US.

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Cash settlement process for foreign exchange and derivative products
• Assist with any cash troubleshooting, discrepancy queries, reconciliation cash breaks
• Interact with clients and brokers re cash and settlement issues and processes
• Assist with launching new clients and funds in Treasury system applications
• Complete sign off on end of day process and check lists
• Compliance with risk, regulation and compliance programs and applicable laws and regulatory requirements
• During the course of normal day to day operation, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Critical thinking, analytical skills, problem solving and decision making, ability to work within deadlines and on own initiative