Sr. Analyst, Business Operations

Posted:
9/5/2024, 1:33:40 AM

Location(s):
Hartford, Connecticut, United States ⋅ Connecticut, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Sr Analyst, Business Operations - VKSAH4

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.   

         

About HIMCO

Hartford Investment Management Company (HIMCO) has been providing investment advice for over 35 years. With more than 130 investment professionals and over $100 billion in assets under management (AUM) across the fixed income, equity, and alternatives markets, we deliver tailored strategies to insurance companies as well as retail and institutional clients. Our mission is the pursuit of investment excellence centered on each client's success, and we have developed a culture that fosters debate and collaboration to drive value and results.

This position is within HIMCO Business Operations, which is responsible for the comprehensive operational support of HIMCO’s Investment Operating Platform including the underlying Investment (IBOR) and Accounting (ABOR) Book of Record.  This Senior Analyst Business Operations role will be in the Reconciliation and Control team. 

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION?

  • Performing and analyzing position reconciliations between internal HIMCO systems and external custodian banks on a regular and consistent basis. 
  • Administration and maintenance of Insurance State Deposits.
  • Coordinating and responding to Internal Audit requests.
  • Vendor management including new and renewal contract management, usage & invoice review and processing, budget monitoring and coordination of vendor requests for information.
  • Identifying and following through on issues in a timely manner until completion.
  • Providing superior customer service to internal customers.
  • Maintaining strong relationships with vendors, custodial banks, and other external parties and always representing HIMCO in a professional manner.
  • Striving for continuous process improvement to fully utilize system capabilities, implement new tools, and streamline processes.
  • Developing and maintaining detailed procedures and evidence of process controls to cross-train peers and support requests from auditors.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • 5+ years’ experience an investment related position.
  • BS/BA degree (Finance, Investments, Business) a plus.
  • Fundamental understanding of investment products and securities operations
  • Demonstrated record of problem solving and critical thinking with strong analytical skills
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and work independently.
  • Proficiency in MS Teams, Excel, and Word.
  • Strong customer service focus and team player
  • Effective time management skills with strong oral and written communication.
  • Proactive ownership of issues; willing to recommend solutions and take charge to resolve.
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues

This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in our Hartford, CT office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).
 

 As a condition of your employment for HIMCO, you will be required to affirm to HIMCO’s Code of Ethics and understand that you will be required to comply with the disclosure of accounts, holdings and pre-clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully described in the Code of Ethics Key Points. If you will be deemed to be a “Covered Associate” under HIMCO’s Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose all political contributions that you have given within the past 2 calendar years.

"We are an equal opportunity employer"

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$99,200 - $148,800

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