Reconciliation Implementation Associate is responsible for establishing reconciliation processes and thresholds for clients. They collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design automated workflows, and ensure data accuracy through analysis and validation with third-party data. This analyst monitors and addresses discrepancies in the reconciliation process involving safekeeping institutions, third-party data, and order management systems. The role requires strong analytical and technical skills, along with effective communication and collaboration abilities to ensure accurate reconciliation of investment data.
Responsibilities:
Completing reconciliation for client investment books during onboarding, focusing on automation and scalable operating models.
Demonstrating familiarity with available resources and accurately selecting appropriate research tools.
Primary responsibility involves back reconciling, normalizing, and automating data.
Proactively learning from mistakes and taking steps to avoid repeating them.
Applying knowledge of investment accounting, financial statements, amortization, interest income, yields, and other financial and accounting concepts.
Actively communicating project progress and risks with Stream Leads and PMs.
Applying understanding of vanilla fixed income and equity investments, including their purpose and operation in CW, and developing knowledge of security types commonly held by assigned clients.
Required Skills:
An intense desire to learn something new and improve daily.
Basic knowledge of Excel such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables.
Basic knowledge of accounting basis and/or financial instruments preferred.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and math skills.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree. Preference in finance or accounting.
1+ years of relevant experience.
Chicago Salary Range: $54,000 - $70,000 DOE
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (preferably finance or accounting)
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Basic Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Basic knowledge of accounting basis and/or financial instruments
- Knowledge of investment accounting, financial statements, amortization, interest income, yields
- Experience with data normalization, back reconciliation, and automating workflows
- Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and math skills
- Ability to communicate project progress and risks with stream leads and PMs
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Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching (commonly up to 4%) and references to immediate or Safe Harbor vesting indicate solid long‑term savings support. This combination is highlighted across employer materials and job postings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Immediate eligibility for PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer time off is noted, alongside paid maternity and paternity leave. This breadth suggests a well-rounded time‑off framework from day one.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is complemented by childcare benefits, a Dependent Care FSA, and amenities such as an onsite Mother’s Room. These provisions point to tangible support for families.
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What We Do
CWAN was founded on a simple belief: investment professionals deserve modern technology that actually works for them. Not legacy systems that slow them down. Not fragmented data that creates confusion. But one comprehensive platform that gives you complete visibility and crystal-clear insights. The result? Investment management that works as seamlessly as your investment strategy. Since our founding in 2004, CWAN has been the trusted technology partner powering the world’s leading institutional investors — from insurance companies, asset managers, and hedge funds to asset owners like corporations, endowments, and pension funds managing over $10 trillion in assets.
Why Work With Us
We continue to grow, fueled by a strong foundation, an ambitious vision, and a commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients, partners, and team members around the world. What started as a bold idea in Boise, Idaho has rapidly transformed into a global presence. We’ve expanded our footprint significantly—now operating out of 24 offices
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