Operations Analyst

Chicago, IL

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in business, math or engineering related field

Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment

Ability to proactively identify and address technical and operational challenges

Capable of automating and enhancing processes by utilizing tools like Excel, VBA, Python, and SQL

Strong attention to detail and work ethic

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus structure

Ownership of key initiatives that address real business challenges

Fully covered medical, dental and vision insurance

Daily Lunch Credit

Responsibilities

Oversee the reporting infrastructure responsible for recording and reconciling trades, positions and pnl, as well as managing premium and margin across the firm

Work at the heart of the trading floor, engaging directly with the trading and technology teams

Manage daily, intraday, and monthly clearing account and pnl reconciliations, addressing any discrepancies

Proactively suggest and execute improvements in existing back office systems, infrastructure, and procedures

Manage existing relationships and on boarding with external vendors, brokers, clearing firms, new exchange memberships

Maintain firm compliance with regulatory, clearing, exchange rules, including trader and trading tag registration, monthly reports to exchange and regulatory agencies, etc.

Document processes to ensure consistency and enhance knowledge sharing within the back office team