Kennedy Capital Management
Portfolio Operations Analyst
Kennedy Capital Management, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63141
Kennedy Capital Management LLC (KCM)
is a St. Louis-based boutique investment firm focused on generating superior returns in the small and mid-cap domestic equity markets for our clients for more than 40 years. We're seeking to add a Portfolio Operations Analyst to our team.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the administration of KCM's trade blotter and associated functions. This entails shepherding all client related transactions through the trade order lifecycle in an accurate and timely manner and providing support to the portfolio management process.
Please note: this position works onsite in our St. Louis, MO, office and does not come with a relocation package. Local candidates only please.
Essential Functions:
Trade Support: Review all orders sent to the trade blotter for accuracy and appropriateness, route orders to trade desk, create and update orders, and allocate orders to participating accounts upon completion.
Performance & Reporting: Calculate and verify investment performance data, prepare reports including portfolio valuations, performance summaries, and dispersion analysis.
Compliance Management: Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Compliance to resolve investment guidelines and restrictions. Support internal and external audits.
Operations & Reconciliation: Ensure all trades are accurately captured, confirmed, and settled. Reconcile portfolio data, including cash, positions, and transactions, with custodians and brokers on a daily basis. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly. Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate operational processes.
Data Management: Maintain the integrity of our portfolio management systems and databases.
Desired Qualifications and Skills
A minimum of three (3) years trading or operations related investment management experience is required.
A bachelors degree in finance, business, or related discipline is highly preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office application and KCM's core operating platforms (Ridgeline, DTCC ID Suite, Broadridge ProxyEdge) or equivalents.
Must possess excellent attention to detail and focus on accuracy, as well as strong organizational, written, and verbal communications skills.
We Offer:
Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, wellness program, 401k & match, generous time off, and more!
Challenging work in a supportive, respectful, and flexible work environment. Opportunities for professional development, team building, and volunteer / charitable work.
KCM is committed to equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
is a St. Louis-based boutique investment firm focused on generating superior returns in the small and mid-cap domestic equity markets for our clients for more than 40 years. We're seeking to add a Portfolio Operations Analyst to our team.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the administration of KCM's trade blotter and associated functions. This entails shepherding all client related transactions through the trade order lifecycle in an accurate and timely manner and providing support to the portfolio management process.
Please note: this position works onsite in our St. Louis, MO, office and does not come with a relocation package. Local candidates only please.
Essential Functions:
Trade Support: Review all orders sent to the trade blotter for accuracy and appropriateness, route orders to trade desk, create and update orders, and allocate orders to participating accounts upon completion.
Performance & Reporting: Calculate and verify investment performance data, prepare reports including portfolio valuations, performance summaries, and dispersion analysis.
Compliance Management: Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Compliance to resolve investment guidelines and restrictions. Support internal and external audits.
Operations & Reconciliation: Ensure all trades are accurately captured, confirmed, and settled. Reconcile portfolio data, including cash, positions, and transactions, with custodians and brokers on a daily basis. Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly. Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate operational processes.
Data Management: Maintain the integrity of our portfolio management systems and databases.
Desired Qualifications and Skills
A minimum of three (3) years trading or operations related investment management experience is required.
A bachelors degree in finance, business, or related discipline is highly preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office application and KCM's core operating platforms (Ridgeline, DTCC ID Suite, Broadridge ProxyEdge) or equivalents.
Must possess excellent attention to detail and focus on accuracy, as well as strong organizational, written, and verbal communications skills.
We Offer:
Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, wellness program, 401k & match, generous time off, and more!
Challenging work in a supportive, respectful, and flexible work environment. Opportunities for professional development, team building, and volunteer / charitable work.
KCM is committed to equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.