About Careertakes

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Role Overview

The Associate Investment Operations Analyst is an entry-level, middle-office role supporting day-to-day operational processes across the trade lifecycle and client reporting for a confidential client in Accounting & Finance. You will work with senior analysts to process trades, reconcile positions and cash, manage corporate actions and collateral, and support reporting and process improvement initiatives. This position is on-site/hybrid in Minneapolis, MN (minimum three days per week).

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Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for equities, fixed income, derivatives, private equity, and multi-managed fund transactions: trade verification, affirmation, and settlement.
• Reconcile trades, positions, and cash balances across multiple asset classes; identify and escalate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate investment data in internal systems and portfolio accounting platforms.
• Process corporate actions, income collections, variation margins, collateral, and settlements and ensure proper reconciliation.
• Support collateral and cash management, class action claim handling, and securities lending/derivatives operations.
• Communicate time-sensitive operational information to portfolio managers, traders, brokers, custodians, fund accountants, and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with external partners (brokers, custodians, vendors) to resolve issues and maintain relationships.
• Assist onboarding new accounts and custodial setups; contribute to documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support system enhancements, automation efforts, and cross-functional projects to streamline operations.
• Generate and distribute investment-related reports and operational dashboards; assist with audit and compliance documentation.

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What We’re Looking For — Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• General knowledge or coursework related to investment operations or finance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel (data management, formulas).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn investment operations concepts.

Preferred

• Internship or prior exposure to finance, accounting, or investment operations.
• Basic familiarity with trade lifecycle concepts and investment instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives).
• Experience with tools or systems used to assemble and analyze financial data.
• Interest in process improvement, automation, and cross-functional collaboration.

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Location, Schedule & Employment Type

• Location: Minneapolis, MN (on-site minimum 3 days per week).
• Employment type: Full-time / Contractor (as applicable).
• This role supports a confidential client’s investment operations team and offers structured on-the-job training and growth opportunities.

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Compensation & Benefits (Pay Transparency)

• Salary range: $63,741 — $86,238 per year (base pay will be determined by location, experience, skills, and other business factors).
• Potential benefits (subject to plan rules) may include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), pension, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, bonuses, and well-being programs.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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Candidate Experience & What to Expect

• Entry-level candidates will receive hands-on training and mentorship from senior operations analysts.
• Expect a collaborative team environment, exposure to multiple asset classes and systems, and opportunities to contribute to automation and process improvements.
• The confidential client values continuous learning, strong operational controls, and clear communication across front-, middle-, and back-office functions.

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Key Keywords / Skills (for applicants to highlight)

• Investment operations
• Trade support / trade lifecycle
• Reconciliation and cash management
• Corporate actions
• Derivatives & securities lending basics
• Excel & data management
• Middle-office / operations analyst

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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