Senior Investment Operations Analyst

Job Description
This position is responsible for timely, accurate, and efficient processing of financial transactions in our client accounts. This position will approve financial transactions initiated by other team members. Other duties will include initiating incoming and outgoing transfers, communicating with our Financial Professionals and Clearing Firms, depositing stock certificates, and a variety of other tasks. This role may perform Anti-money laundering (AML) review.

AIC (Ameritas Investment Company LLC) a FINRA registered Broker Dealer and AAS, (Ameritas Advisory Services LLC) a federally registered investment advisor firm.

This position could be hybrid (Lincoln, NE) or could be remote depending on proximity to an office location.  Anticipated work schedule Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

What you do:

• Responsible for processing Financial Transactions (checks, wires, EFTs, journals) in client accounts.
• Review and approve Financial Transactions initiated by Financial Professionals and internal associates with Series 24 License.
• Initiate incoming and outgoing transfers on client accounts held with National Financial Services (NFS)
• Deposit of Stock Certificates and Warrants
• Monitor and respond to all service messages received by NFS in addition to the Cashiering Email Inbox
• Responds to incoming inquiries to the Cashiering department and back up other departments as needed via phone, email and Teams chat.
• Generate and upload the Daily Cashiering Reports in Docupace for review by a Supervising Principal.
• Collaborate with Team Lead on escalated cases for guidance and resolutions and assist leadership on projects as needed
• Perform deposit approvals, attestations and medallion signature guarantees with Series 24 License.
• AML review of customer transactions (transfers, withdrawals, deposits, etc.).

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 1-3 years of related experience required.
• Previous experience in the securities industry including AML review desired.
• FINRA Series 7 License required.
• FINRA Series 24 License desired or must obtain within 6 months of hire date.
• Experience with NFS/Fidelity Wealthscape and Docupace desired.
• Strong data entry and verbal/written communication skills are required.
• Intermediate level of experience with Microsoft Office programs required.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume environment required.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision and with other departments across multiple locations required.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture
Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.
At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:
Ameritas Benefits
For your money:
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance.
• Incentive Program Bonuses.
• Competitive Pay.
For your time:
• Flexible Hybrid work.
• Thrive Days - Personal time off.
• Paid time off (PTO).
For your health and well-being:
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Well-being programs with financial rewards.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
For your professional growth:
• Professional development programs.
• Leadership development programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• StrengthsFinder Program.
For your community:
• Matching donations program.
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month.
For your family:
• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Backup child, elder and pet care support.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Deadline
This position will be open for a minimum of 3 business days or until filled.

This position is not open to individuals who are temporarily authorized to work in the U.S.