Analyst – Security Master and Pricing

Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and update security master records for all asset classes
• Ensure accurate setup of securities with identifiers
• Coordinate with data vendors to source and validate security and pricing information
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of the security master database
• Oversee the daily pricing process for portfolio assets
• Validate pricing data from third-party sources
• Investigate discrepancies in valuation
• Perform price variance checks
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address pricing discrepancies
• Maintain pricing hierarchies and rules
• Create, maintain and price GICs (Guaranteed Income Certificate)
• Handle large volumes of data and meet tight deadlines during critical pricing cycles

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's/master's degree in finance, Commerce, Economic, or related field

Experience

3+ years

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of financial securities
• Proficiency in security master systems and pricing software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS-Office, Excel
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, basic VBA, pivot tables)
• Knowledge of data management and database systems
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of various asset classes, pricing models and market conventions
• Collaborative skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues
• Strong analytical mindset

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee Share Purchase Program
• Enhanced group benefits
• Parental Leave Top-up program
• Paid time off for Volunteering
• Equipment Purchase Program
• Training Reimbursement
• Paid Professional Designations
• Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
• Corporate Discount Program