What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Lead Specialist position at Russell Tobin?
🚨 Russell Tobin & Associates is seeking an Ops Lead Specialist – Reconciliation & Analysis 🚨
We’re hiring an Ops Lead Specialist (R&A) to support a leading financial services firm. This role is ideal for someone with reconciliation and fund accounting experience who is looking to take on a more hands-on, leadership-oriented position within operations.
📍 Location: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
⏱ Schedule: 40 hours/week
📅 Duration: Contract through December (contract-only)
💼 What You’ll Do:
• Reconcile books and records for client security positions and cash accounts
• Ensure daily production meets quality and timeliness standards
• Coordinate intraday and end-of-day reconciliation priorities
• Monitor, investigate, and resolve breaks and discrepancies
• Communicate with internal teams, clients, and vendors to resolve issues
• Produce and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reporting
• Identify error trends and recommend process improvements
• Support system upgrades, testing, and reconciliation product rollouts
• Train and mentor junior team members and assist with workflow documentation
• Contribute to ongoing process efficiency and productivity initiatives
📊 What We’re Looking For:
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience)
• 1–2 years of Global Fund Accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of reconciliation processes and operations workflows
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail with a proactive, self-starter mindset
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
➕ Nice to Have:
• Experience with Access Databases
• Exposure to operational process improvements or system enhancements
💡 This is a great opportunity to gain deeper exposure to reconciliation, client reporting, and operational leadership within a highly collaborative environment.
📩 Interested or know someone who might be a fit? Let’s connect!
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, life and disability insurance options, pet insurance, employee discounts, and access to an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, and legal support.