Job Description

Business Analyst - Mutual Funds Operations at Financial Industry Technical Services, Inc. summary:

The Business Analyst in Mutual Funds Operations at FITS Consulting focuses on analyzing and improving business processes related to mutual fund operations and sub-accounting. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations while supporting technology implementations. The analyst leverages expertise in brokerage and wealth management to streamline operations, perform gap analysis, and facilitate testing and training efforts.

FITS Consulting is seeking a Business Analyst with Mutual Funds operations and processing expertise. As a member of our team, you will play a key role in analyzing business processes, identifying opportunities for improvements, and supporting the implementation of technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mutual funds operations, sub-accounting processes, and a keen ability to translate business needs into effective workflows.
Key Responsibilities

• Pair with stakeholders to gather and understand business requirements specific to mutual fund operations.
• Partner with various internal/external administrators, transfer agencies on compliance, audit and financials, while ensuring all accounting functions follow SEC and FINRA regulations.
• Analyze and document business processes and workflows related to mutual funds and sub-accounting/omnibus protocols.
• Perform gap analysis to determine current/future state and process flows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Ensure the testing and training process are running smoothly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in back office operations specifically in mutual fund operations.
• 4+ years of brokerage/wealth management industry Business Analyst experience
• Deep understanding of mutual fund operations, including networking service levels, shareholder servicing, reconciling and distribution processing.
• Experience with sub-accounting platforms and systems (e.g., BetaNXT, Surpass, SS&C DST Vision, etc.).
• Successful track record for completing projects tasks under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with business analysis techniques and tools for Agile based projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

FITS Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.

Keywords:

mutual funds operations, business analysis, sub-accounting, process improvement, brokerage, wealth management, compliance, SEC regulations, FINRA regulations, gap analysis

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