• Securities Analyst II

    Aston Carter (Columbia, MD)


    Job Title: Business Analyst

    Job Description

    Join the Securities Administration Services group, where you will be responsible for processing complex transactions and reconcilements related to loan or security payments. This role involves providing remittance and correction information to servicers and monitoring pooled loans for non-compliance while communicating findings to investors. You'll evaluate servicer performance to ensure adherence to agreements, participate in system enhancements, and communicate processing exceptions across portfolios.

    Responsibilities

    + Process complex transactions and reconcilements related to loan or security payments.

    + Provide remittance and correction information to servicers.

    + Monitor and analyze pooled loans to determine non-compliance and communicate findings to investors.

    + Evaluate servicer performance to ensure compliance with agreements.

    + Participate in system enhancements by attending user group meetings and testing.

    + Communicate processing exceptions relevant to similar series across individual portfolios.

    + Maintain a working knowledge of Collateral, Securities, Default, or Trust Administration.

    + Train junior staff and review their processing and reconciliations.

    + Propose recommendations and implement automated solutions on an ongoing basis.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and V Look Up.

    + Strong business analysis and finance skills.

    + Ability to interpret controlling legal documents related to collateral or bond payments.

    + Bachelor's degree in Math, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Business, or related field.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Preferably 1+ year of experience in Financial Services, including internship experience.

    + Strong analytical and data entry skills.

    + Growth opportunities upward through the organization.

    + Remote flexibility, except during large conferences or team meetings.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is team-oriented and task-based, with a focus on meeting deadlines. Expect a hybrid schedule, with some training on-site and large team meetings monthly in Columbia, MD. The role may require overtime during peak analysis periods.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Columbia,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.