Step into a role where your analytical skills and attention to detail directly impact the accuracy of client reporting and regulatory compliance. Join a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and a strong controls culture. You will receive hands-on experience, structured training, and mentorship while building your operations and data skills. Make a difference for clients and the firm from day one.
Job summaryAs a Cost Basis Associate in Brokerage operations, you will help ensure the accuracy and integrity of cost basis reporting by analyzing data, executing controlled processes, and supporting improvements to how we monitor, resolve, and prevent exceptions. You will apply relevant regulations and industry standards while partnering with teammates to deliver timely, accurate outcomes. You will contribute to operational excellence through strong judgment, curiosity, and a focus on continuous improvement.
Job responsibilities- Analyze and interpret financial and transactional data related to cost basis and tax lots
- Build and maintain reports and dashboards to monitor data accuracy, timeliness, and exceptions
- Identify trends and discrepancies, document findings, and recommend remediation steps
- Execute standardized workflows and procedures for cost basis processing and reconciliations
- Perform daily controls, manage exceptions, and resolve breaks with clear audit trails
- Track and report on key performance indicators and service level agreements
- Apply cost basis regulations, tax rules, and industry standards to support compliance
- Support accurate adjustments for corporate actions such as stock splits, mergers, and dividends
- Contribute to automation initiatives by drafting queries, building workflows, and assisting with testing
- Perform reconciliations between systems, investigate and resolve discrepancies, and implement preventive actions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate analytical insights and support process changes
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables
- Ability to learn data analytics and automation tools such as SQL and Alteryx
- Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated controls mindset
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize work and deliver accurate results under deadlines
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and intellectual curiosity
- Drive to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with financial data analysis, corporate actions, or cost basis concepts through coursework, projects, or internships
- Exposure to tax lot accounting systems or exception management processes
- Basic scripting skills, such as Python or VBA, to support automation and process improvement
- Familiarity with data visualization tools used for reporting and monitoring
- Experience drafting business requirements or test cases to support process automation
- Developing experience using AI-powered analytics, workflow automation, or intelligent process tools to drive efficiency gains, reduce manual effort, or improve accuracy in operational processes
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables
- Ability to learn data analytics and automation tools such as SQL and Alteryx
- Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated controls mindset
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize work and deliver accurate results under deadlines
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and intellectual curiosity
- Drive to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with financial data analysis, corporate actions, or cost basis concepts through coursework, projects, or internships
- Exposure to tax lot accounting systems or exception management processes
- Basic scripting skills such as Python or VBA
- Familiarity with data visualization tools used for reporting and monitoring
- Experience drafting business requirements or test cases to support process automation
- Developing experience using AI-powered analytics, workflow automation, or intelligent process tools
JPMorganChase Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JPMorganChase and has not been reviewed or approved by JPMorganChase.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and mental-health coverage are broad, with wellness incentives, on-site or virtual care, and an EAP offering coaching and counseling. Plan materials emphasize accessible options, including multiple medical choices and tools to manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for all parents, supplemented by paid Critical Caregiver Leave. Family resources include backup childcare via Bright Horizons, lactation support and milk-shipping, family-building assistance, and even a free five-month SNOO rental for newborns.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with an annual company match and automatic pay credits for most employees, with a legacy pension available to earlier hires. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount further supports long-term savings.
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