Trade Analyst

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Trade Analyst Job Description The Trade Analyst captures and reconciles trades, produces accurate daily P&L and risk reports, and supports the integrity of trading data across systems. This role combines hands-on financial reporting with data analysis, working closely with operations, risk, and IT teams to enhance processes, support special projects, and improve the trade capture and reporting platform. Responsibilities Capture trades accurately in the SOX application and ensure timely entry of all transactions. Perform end-of-day reconciliations and reporting to validate trade data and resolve discrepancies. Verify trading positions and monitor daily Value at Risk (VaR) and other risk-related metrics to support risk management activities. Reconcile broker statements and external transaction records with internal systems to maintain data integrity. Prepare and deliver daily Profit & Loss (P&L) and pricing reports to management with a high degree of accuracy and clarity. Process Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs) and other clearing and settlement transactions in a timely and compliant manner. Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to support small- to mid-sized special projects and business initiatives. Assist in designing and enhancing processes to drive continuous improvement in trade capture, reconciliation, and reporting workflows. Support the development and execution of the trade capture platform in close collaboration with the IT team. Develop ad hoc reports using SQL and Power BI to meet business and management reporting needs. Create Excel-based ad hoc reports and automate recurring reporting tasks using macros where appropriate. Analyze and reconcile financial and trading data to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for optimization. Communicate findings and insights clearly to stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements. Essential Skills Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related trade analysis, financial reporting, or data analysis role. Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret, reconcile, and validate large data sets. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas and macros for reporting and automation. Proficiency in Power BI for building and maintaining dashboards and analytical reports. Proficiency in SQL for querying, extracting, and manipulating data from relational databases. Experience with Python for data analysis, automation, and report development. Solid understanding of finance, profit and loss (P&L), accounting principles, and financial reporting. Familiarity with SOX-related processes and controls in a trading or financial environment. Knowledge of trading concepts, trade capture, and related financial instruments. Experience working with Value at Risk (VaR) and other risk-related metrics. Ability to process and reconcile Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs) and settlement transactions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly to non-technical stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT and operations. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or a related field. Experience creating and maintaining automated reporting solutions using Excel macros. Experience in both quantitative and qualitative analysis to support special projects. Demonstrated ability to design, refine, and improve business processes. Comfort working with trading data, broker statements, and external transaction records. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet daily and periodic reporting deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving data issues. Work Environment This is a full-time onsite role, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours required during peak periods. The position operates in a professional office environment that is highly data-driven and collaborative, working closely with trading, risk, finance, and IT teams. You will work extensively with tools such as the SOX application, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL-based databases, and Python to support trade capture, reconciliation, and reporting activities. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Juno Beach, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 fully onsite position in Juno Beach,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.

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.