Trade Processing Specialist

Job Title: Trade Processing specialist

Location: Boston MA

Duration: Contract - 6 months (temp-to-perm possible)

Pay Range: $22 to $24/hr (W2)

Job ID: 411972

Work Model: Hybrid, at least 3 days in office per week

Hours: 40 per week

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Trade Processing Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in securities trade processing, reconciliations, and cash management, and a proven ability to ensure accurate and timely trade entry, resolve trade discrepancies, and support portfolio cash and allocation events.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all trades, both straight-through and manually intervened, are accurately recorded in the accounting system.
• Reconcile trades between order management systems and trade processing systems.
• Review trade issue reports and research price deviations with appropriate parties to resolution.
• Manage daily cash flow trading with investment companies, including trade confirmation oversight.
• Coordinate cash raises for fund expenses such as management fees.
• Coordinate reallocation events to maintain target portfolio allocations.
• Produce and communicate cash projections to clients and stakeholders using available data sources.
• Validate systemic feeds and manual adjustments for accurate and timely cash projection reporting.
• Communicate professionally to ensure proper trade entry, accountability, and risk mitigation.
• Support 529 administration and client inquiries, both internal and external.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment within Trade Processing.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated PC proficiency, including spreadsheets and trade systems.
• Strong problem identification, escalation, and resolution skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective time management with attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to multitask, work in a team environment, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with order management, trade processing, and accounting systems.
• Exposure to mutual funds, 529 plans, or portfolio cash management.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.