Investment Operations Analyst - Sammons Financial Group Asset Management

Sammons Financial Group • West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Maintain the daily accuracy and integrity of the Investment Book of Record (IBOR) through reconciliations, data validation and maintenance, reporting, and operational support across a diverse investment portfolio including public and private asset classes. Apply established investment operations practices to resolve data discrepancies, support structured and complex instruments, and ensure timely and accurate downstream reporting. Work independently within defined processes while escalating higher-risk or ambiguous issues appropriately and contributing to ongoing process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or related field Required
• Working knowledge of investment products and operational workflows across multiple asset classes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes within defined processes
• Ability to independently manage recurring operational responsibilities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication skills to partner with accounting, investment, and operations stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a production-oriented environment
• Due to the financial nature and level of accountability of this position, a credit and criminal background check is required
• This role will be subject to a SEC compliance program, which can include monitoring personal securities transactions, restrictions on outside business activities, as well as other oversight and restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• 2-4 years' of relevant investment operations, IBOR support, or investment data management experience Preferred
• Experience supporting multiple asset classes, including fixed income, structured products, and private or alternative investments Preferred
• Experience with Power Query, Power BI, SQL, or similar data tools Preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and periodic validation of positions, transactions, pricing, and security data within the IBOR to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Execute IBOR to ABOR reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies using established procedures; escalate complex or systemic issues as appropriate.
• Build, maintain, and update securities and transactions across public and private asset classes, ensuring accurate setup and documentation.
• Conduct reasonableness reviews of valuation movements, cash flows, corporate actions, and investment activity.
• Monitor and resolve investment data exceptions impacting performance measurement, and operational processes.
• Support structured products and private investments through use of Intex and other vendor systems to validate cash flows and investment data inputs.
• Assist in testing and validation activities related to system enhancements, new investment products, and IBOR platform updates.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and recommending enhancements to workflows and controls.
• Maintain process documentation and support internal control requirements related to IBOR data integrity.
• Commitment to embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies shared values (Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect and Integrity).
• As stated within the Company Attendance and Punctuality policy, regular attendance is required and expected in order to meet the business service levels and workflow demands.
• Participate in other initiatives and/or projects as necessary.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA options, and term life insurance.
• Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success.
• 100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), plus automatic enrollment in our 401(k).
• Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities across industry, individual, and leadership programs.
• Volunteer time off, and our company nonprofit matching gift program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level