Portfolio Administrator

Portfolio Administrator at Syntagma Group Portfolio Administrator at Syntagma Group in Cambridge, Massachusetts Posted in 4 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Portfolio Administrator (Entry-Level, Contract-to-Hire)

Location:

Boston, MA (Hybrid but mostly remote)

Industry:

Asset Management /

Investment Management Employment Type:

Contract-to-Hire Position Overview A leading asset management firm in Boston is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Portfolio Administrator to join their operations team on a contract-to-hire basis . This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level finance professional to gain hands-on experience supporting portfolio management and investment operations within a highly respected firm. The Portfolio Administrator will play a key role in supporting daily portfolio activities, ensuring accuracy of investment data, and assisting with trade and cash management processes. This role offers strong exposure to the investment lifecycle and a clear path to long-term career growth within asset management. Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Investment Support Assist with daily portfolio administration activities, including monitoring holdings, cash balances, and transactions Support portfolio managers and analysts with reporting and data requests Maintain accurate portfolio records across internal systems Trade & Operations Support Assist with trade processing, settlement tracking, and reconciliation of trades Monitor cash activity and ensure proper allocation of funds Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to trades or portfolio balances Reconciliation & Reporting Perform daily, weekly, and monthly account and portfolio reconciliations Support preparation of internal and client-facing reports Ensure data integrity across portfolio accounting systems Data Management & Controls Maintain and update investment data, including pricing, securities, and reference data Assist in identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy Adhere to internal controls and operational procedures Team Collaboration Work cross-functionally with portfolio management, trading, compliance, and operations teams Provide support on ad hoc projects and process improvement initiatives Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required Experience Internship or 0-2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or investment operations Exposure to asset management, banking, or financial services is a plus Skills Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Preferred Qualifications Internship experience with an asset manager, hedge fund, or financial institution Familiarity with portfolio accounting systems or financial data tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet) Progress toward CFA designation is a plus Why This Opportunity Entry point into a top-tier asset management firm Strong exposure to portfolio management and investment operations Opportunity to convert to a full-time role with career growth Collaborative, high-performance environment in Boston