CLO Operations - Charlotte

About the position We have an exciting opportunity to work with one of our prestigious clients at a Tier 1 Investment Bank within the Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLO) space. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ relevant financial experience, specifically with CLO/CDO knowledge. Key responsibilities: Review and interpret CDO indenture documents to extract relevant compliance requirements. Monitor and manage the lifecycle of CLO transactions, including asset reconciliation, reporting, and cash flow administration. Settle bond/bank loan trades & invest excess cash, as directed by Portfolio Manager. Review and interpret transaction documents to ensure compliance with legal and operational standards. Prepare and deliver investor reports, payment calculations, and waterfall distributions in a timely and accurate manner. Coordinate with trustees, custodians, rating agencies, and portfolio managers to address transaction-related inquiries or issues. Maintain accurate records of asset-level activity, collateral performance, and deal-specific information. Track asset attributes including accrual information, rating, and industry codes. Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure data accuracy and completeness. Assist in onboarding new transactions and ensuring a smooth transition for all stakeholders. Identify and resolve discrepancies or errors in data and calculations. Stay updated on market trends, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices to enhance operational efficiency. Responsibilities • Review and interpret CDO indenture documents to extract relevant compliance requirements. • Monitor and manage the lifecycle of CLO transactions, including asset reconciliation, reporting, and cash flow administration. • Settle bond/bank loan trades & invest excess cash, as directed by Portfolio Manager. • Review and interpret transaction documents to ensure compliance with legal and operational standards. • Prepare and deliver investor reports, payment calculations, and waterfall distributions in a timely and accurate manner. • Coordinate with trustees, custodians, rating agencies, and portfolio managers to address transaction-related inquiries or issues. • Maintain accurate records of asset-level activity, collateral performance, and deal-specific information. • Track asset attributes including accrual information, rating, and industry codes. • Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts to ensure data accuracy and completeness. • Assist in onboarding new transactions and ensuring a smooth transition for all stakeholders. • Identify and resolve discrepancies or errors in data and calculations. • Stay updated on market trends, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices to enhance operational efficiency. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree • 2+ years relevant financial experience • CLO/CDO knowledge and experience • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Strong communication skills • Advanced Excel skills • Strong understanding of structured finance and CDO indenture language. • Proficiency in SQL for data querying and analysis. • Experience with Solvas or similar structured credit platforms. • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Nice-to-haves • SQL knowledge • CDO Suite experience • Demonstrated strong analytical skills and attention to detail Apply tot his job Apply tot his job

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