Collateral Operations Analyst I

FHLBank•Topeka, KS

About The Position

This role ensures accurate and compliant processing of collateral transactions under FHLBank policies and FHFA regulations. Responsibilities include pledging and releasing securities and loan collateral, managing joint custody transactions, validating collateral eligibility, reconciling third-party holdings, and resolving customer inquiries. The position requires strong analytical skills to research and resolve issues while supporting regulatory reporting and operational controls. In this role, you will Process and monitor collateral pledges, releases, and loan data. Validate collateral eligibility and compliance. Review transactions for accuracy and controls. Assist with regulatory reporting and disaster recovery testing. Handle customer inquiries and resolve transaction issues.

Requirements

Equivalent to a high school education.
One to three years of similar or related experience.
Working knowledge of lending markets (residential, commercial, and agricultural) and security markets (agencies, mortgage-backed securities, and collateralized mortgage obligations)
Effective communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, including Excel (pivot tables, vlookups).
Inquisitive mindset to learn new technologies to develop solutions for enhancing data management and reporting.
Strong time management and organizational capabilities.
Adaptable to changing circumstances or priorities.
Team oriented.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in business or finance.
Exposure to Power BI tools.

Responsibilities

Process and monitor collateral pledges, releases, and loan data.
Validate collateral eligibility and compliance.
Review transactions for accuracy and controls.
Assist with regulatory reporting and disaster recovery testing.
Handle customer inquiries and resolve transaction issues.

Benefits

Bankwide incentive compensation program
401K retirement plan with competitive company match
Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits
Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Incentive-based wellness program
Paid maternity and parent bonding leave
Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance
Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes
Summer hours
Onsite café
Flexible Remote Workday | Business partners may work remote one day per week.
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Professional Wins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.