Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Bank of America, specializing in equity derivatives and FX options. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and conducting comprehensive risk analysis. Adept at training and mentoring teams, while delivering actionable insights through data analysis and reporting. Committed to driving process improvements and minimizing financial losses.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
* Conducted daily reviews of Vanilla equity trade bookings against term sheets (T+1), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Generated and disseminated monthly performance reports for management analysis.
* Prepared and distributed weekly status reports to key stakeholders.
* Managed and maintained the daily updates of Management Information Systems (MIS).
* Ensured the timely and accurate completion of all MIS activities (SOD, Task Tracker).
* Delivered comprehensive training sessions to management on process changes and updates.
* Provided targeted training and mentorship to new team members on various financial models.
* Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements, ensuring seamless implementation.
* Enhanced team accuracy in trade reviews, minimizing errors and improving efficiency.
* Served as the primary point of contact for Trading/Sales, facilitating effective communication and collaboration
* Conducted rigorous reviews and validations of amendments made by Middle Office Controllers and Front Office, ensuring regulatory adherence.
* Performed in-depth analysis of amendment root causes (User, Interface, MO/FO teams) to determine the validity of trade amendments/cancellations.
* Provided detailed commentaries to senior management on amendment/cancellation root causes, incorporating key market factors to provide context.
* Developed comprehensive monthly reports for senior management, summarizing amendment/cancellation trends and providing actionable recommendations for MO and FO teams.
* Served as the primary contact for audit and onshore team inquiries related to process workflows.
* Collaborated with technology teams to enhance workflow tools (Phase), driving process improvements.
* Tracked and reported monthly Business Continuity Planning (BCP) metrics to senior management, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
* Delivered training and support to employees on Business Risk and Control frameworks.
* Managed the confirmation and settlement of FX Options transactions within Global Market Operations.
* Oversaw exotic and vanilla trade blotters, including trade date affirmation, nuance resolution, and Swift confirmation verification.
* Monitored Reuters communications between Front Office and clients, ensuring timely escalation of discrepancies to relevant parties.
* Collaborated with Reconciliation and Funding teams to resolve breaks, providing critical support and updates during periods of high volume.
* Performed Swift matching in TRAM, ensuring prompt resolution of discrepancies raised by FO or Counterparties.
* Managed the group mailbox, ensuring timely and effective resolution of client queries to maximize satisfaction.
* Handled initial client setup in Atlas, coordinating with Front Office to ensure accurate data integration across systems.
* Led process migration initiatives, including the successful migration from MJIB to MULB.
* Ensured the accurate booking of trades according to recaps, and the timely affirmation and confirmation of trades prior to settlement.
* Prioritized and resolved booking and system-related issues, escalating critical matters to management to minimize disruptions.
* Participated in system change testing prior to implementation to identify and mitigate potential bugs.
* Developed and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and efficient process execution.
*Investigated and resolved cardholder fraud claims, minimizing financial losses for the bank.
* Generated daily Management Information System (MIS) reports on fraud claim activity.
* Maximized bank recovery through effective Merchant Chargebacks and diligent management of fraudulent debits.
* Equity Derivatives
* FX Options
* Data Analysis & Reporting
Efficiency improvement
Comprehensive risk analysis
* Training & Mentoring
Analytical problem solving
Ability to adjust to new challenges
Creative problem-solving
Banking Domain Certified (Capital Markets & IB Operations