Senior Business Analyst - Operations Consultant with exp in CAT (Consolidated Audit Trail Reporting) NY, NY

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)
Duration: 9+ Months Contract
Visa: W2 Candidates only (minimum 12 months visa validity required)
Note: Nearby/local candidates only; relocation is not provided.

We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst – Operations Consultant with hands-on experience in CAT (Consolidated Audit Trail) reporting to join a high-profile remediation project within a Capital Markets (CIB) operations group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in capital markets, order management/execution platforms, and regulatory reporting, with exceptional analytical and communication skills.

• CAT (Consolidated Audit Trail) Reporting expertise

• Capital markets knowledge or experience

• Strong experience with order management and execution platforms (e.g., Fidessa)

• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, JIRA, Confluence

Qualifications

• Must-have experience at a large financial institution working with CAT reporting, either as a Business Analyst, Operations Consultant, or in a related technology role.

• Deep understanding of capital markets operations, trade lifecycle, and regulatory reporting processes.

• Hands-on experience working with data in order management and execution platforms like Fidessa.

• Proficient in using JIRA, Confluence, and PowerPoint for documentation, issue tracking, and reporting.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, investigate, and resolve reporting exceptions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with CIB operations teams to identify and analyze exception issues in reporting.

• Perform research to determine root causes of CAT reporting errors and validate if they are true errors.

• Resolve reporting errors in exception controls and document findings and resolutions thoroughly.

• Assess automated processes, identify operational risks, and recommend solutions for improvements.

• Create reports summarizing findings, trends, and progress on remediation activities.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements while maintaining detailed documentation.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to resolve complex operational and reporting issues.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working across business and technical teams.

• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to issue resolution.

• Prior experience in finance or banking, specifically within capital markets, trading operations, or regulatory reporting functions.

Additional Details

• Position Type: W2 only (no C2C)

• Visa: Must have at least 12 months of valid work authorization.

• Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

• Location: New York, NY (local candidates only)

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