Reconciliation & Proofing Senior Analyst - Assistant Vice President

Rec & Proofing Senior Analyst – Job Overview

The Rec & Proofing Sr Analyst is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and workflow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub‑function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where the development of an approach or taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams, coaching and training new recruits. Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in the area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain the Balance Sheet Exception Report (BSER) and associated management reporting.
• Execute critical controls related to balance sheet exception reporting, ensuring completeness, accuracy and compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Monitor, identify, investigate and resolve reporting exceptions across the end‑to‑end reporting process.
• Perform classification controls and validate exception reporting results to ensure reporting integrity.
• Analyze exception trends, volumes and root causes, providing meaningful insights and recommendations to management.
• Develop and distribute management reports and dashboards that provide senior leaders with a consolidated view of exceptions, exposures and performance metrics.
• Partner with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Risk, Technology and Business teams to resolve issues and implement process improvements.
• Support control enhancement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes and governance frameworks.
• Ensure timely escalation of material issues and risks in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain strong documentation and evidence supporting reporting controls and operating procedures.
• Directly impact the area through shared responsibility for delivery of end results and formulation of procedures and process improvement.
• Provide value‑added perspective or advice that contributes to the development of new techniques related to the life cycle of the trade, and the improvement of processes and workflow for the area.
• Responsible for own work to support business teams for assigned Operations area.
• Make a significant contribution to change‑the‑bank projects and offer solutions at an advanced level.
• Serve as an analytical and/or procedural expert, representing a unit or team to support deliverables and initiatives.
• Responsible for escalating control gaps and issues to senior management.
• Identify control deficiencies and implement appropriate procedures and solutions to mitigate any risk or control losses.
• Identify opportunities to reduce expenses.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how own operational processes collectively integrate to contribute to achieving overall business goals.
• Persuade and influence others through collaborative communication skills; may negotiate with external parties.
• Acknowledge Citi’s principles and values of organizational culture and apply them in everyday work activities.
• Any other duties as required to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive years of relevant experience.
• Subject‑matter expert in one or more specific skill sets, business areas or products.
• Proven record of working on projects within a team environment.
• Proactive problem‑solving experience.
• Applications will vary by product and business area.
• Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, automation tools, and advanced analytics to improve reporting efficiency, identify trends, enhance control processes and support data‑driven decision‑making is highly desirable.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.

Job Family Group: Operations – Transaction Services

Job Family: Reconciliation and Proofing

Time Type: Full time