Associate, Control Operations Officer

About ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC:
ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC (AAC-USA) is a subsidiary of ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V. We are a global clearing firm that provides an integrated suite of financial services to professional trading participants in the global financial market.
The core service offering consists of clearing, execution, stock borrowing and lending, and settlement. AAC-USA has a Global Reach through direct and indirect clearing memberships to over 90 of the world's leading exchanges. Our international network provides comprehensive market access to exchange-listed instruments such as stocks, futures, and options. ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC-Member FINRA, NFA, FIA and SIPC.
Team Overview
The Operations department is responsible for partnering with clients to deliver scalable, holistic, and controlled services. The team ensures the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of all operational processes and creates synergy and alignment with external stakeholders (clients, suppliers) and internal departments. The department identifies improvements aimed to enhancing the quality of the clearing operations service and participates in the implementation of the selected solution.
Job Overview
The Control team is responsible for regulatory reporting, reconciliation, and static setup. The Associate, Control Operations Officer is responsible for reconciling client trading activities worldwide against the internal booking system. The Associate interacts with industry regulators, performs root cause analysis and client onboarding data setup.
This position is based in our Chicago office and requires a min of 3 days per week onsite in the office.
Job Responsibilities

• Reconcile, and investigate across asset classes between the Exchange system (CME, OCC, ICE, DTCC, etc.) and our proprietary bookkeeping system
• Perform regulatory reporting for Equities and Futures
• Engage directly with various regulators dependent on asset class
• Work cross functionally and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth operations
• Utilize data analysis and root cause analysis skills to identify and solve problems effectively in partnership with leadership
• Collaborate with technology teams to enhance department efficiency and reduce risk through process improvements

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience and knowledge with the processing or reconciliation of equity, options and/or futures clearing
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, Business Administration or a related field
• Team player with an able to work in a dynamic and changing environment
• Strong work ethic and emphasis on organizational skills, attention to detail, and accountability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work hybrid with a min 3 days a week onsite in office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Exchange systems: CME Portal, OCC Portal, ICE Portal, DTCC, etc.
• Knowledge of SEC, FINRA, CME, and OCC rules and regulations
• Technical background knowledge of VBA, SQL query, JIRA, Python, etc.
• Experience using visualization software like Tableau and/or Microsoft Power BIA

Perks and Benefits:
As a global leader in financial services, we rely on our employees to deliver their best work for our clients. We invest in our employees by offering a host of benefits and perks.

• Flexible hybrid work schedules (generally a minimum of three days per week onsite) with a one-time stipend to help improve hybrid working capabilities
• Generous paid time off, sick days, market-based holiday schedule, sabbatical leave, parental/bonding leave plan and volunteer day off
• Competitive health benefit offerings, including choice of medical plans through BCBS-IL, dental plan, vision and flexible spending accounts
• Complimentary annual membership to One Medical, a dedicated EAP and a benefits concierge service
• Employer paid benefits such as term life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Robust 401(k) Plan with a generous match and vesting schedule
• Annual learning stipend and tuition assistance program to help employees pursue additional education
• Company-issued laptops and role dependent mobile stipend
• Corporate Divvy memberships and pre-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly wellness subsidy available to be used towards wellness and fitness activities
• Regular, open communication including monthly Town Hall meetings with the Management Team
• A matrixed, culture-based organization with collaborative teams that promote diversity, equity and inclusion
• Free coffee & tea, fresh fruit and snacks, "bagel Wednesday" and monthly treats to celebrate workiversaries and birthdays
• Employee-led committees to bring awareness and inclusive activities to our employees
• Modern open office with a large kitchen/meeting gathering area - including foosball and ping pong tables
• Private, well-equipped Mother's room
• Office is conveniently located in the Chicago Loop Financial District - close to CTA and Metra
• Well-maintained building (an architectural "masterpiece") and a part of Chicago history - with a robust business center, gym, restaurants, café, game room and a shared rooftop terrace with green space

This information is intended as a summary of potential benefits only. Eligibility for the plans and programs listed here depends on the nature of employment, length of service and other factors. Actual coverage is governed by supporting summary plan descriptions and related policies.
ABN AMRO Clearing USA (AAC-USA) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. AAC-USA celebrates diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, views and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better and stronger team - one that makes better decisions and delivers better business results. AAC-USA participates in the E-Verify program in the US.
Notice and Disclaimer to External Recruitment Agencies
External recruitment agencies must have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO Clearing USA, LLC ("AAC-USA") prior to submitting a resume to fill a vacancy. In addition, a recruitment agency may only submit a resume when invited in writing by an AAC-USA Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the search to fill a specific vacancy. Any resume or other candidate information sent to AAC-USA not in accordance with the foregoing procedure will be considered exclusive property of AAC-USA, with respect to which no placement fee will be due, owing or paid to the sender.