Junior Financial Analyst

Securities Analyst II

Join our Securities Administration Services group as a Securities Analyst II, where you will be responsible for processing complex transactions and reconciliations related to loan or security payments. This role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to handle intricate financial data.

Responsibilities

• Provide remittance and correction information to servicers.
• Monitor and analyze pooled loans to identify non-compliance and communicate findings to investors.
• Evaluate servicer performance to ensure adherence to stated agreements.
• Participate in system enhancements by attending user groups and testing.
• Identify and communicate processing exceptions relevant to similar series across individual portfolios.
• Maintain knowledge in areas such as Collateral, Securities, Default, or Trust Administration.
• Train and review the work of junior staff on processing and reconciliations.
• Propose and implement automated solutions regularly.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Formulas, Pivot Tables, and V Look Up.
• Experience in business analysis and finance-related tasks.
• Ability to conduct thorough data analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Math, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Business, or related field.
• Preferably 1+ year experience in Financial Services, including internships.

Work Environment

Enjoy a team-oriented and task-based environment with a hybrid flexible schedule. Some training will be on-site, with monthly large team meetings in Columbia, MD. The role is deadline-driven, requiring occasional overtime to complete analyses at specific times during the month. Remote flexibility is offered unless large conferences or team meetings are scheduled.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract to hire position based out of Columbia, Maryland.

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 Oct 17, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.