Finance Operations Executive, MGR/AVP - Global Markets Equities

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

 Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

 We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join

Enjoy a fast-paced role at the heart of OCBC’s trading operations. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our equity trading finance processes. This is a chance to build a strong foundation in financial operations within a dynamic, award-winning division. Contribute to smooth operations and gain exposure to the full trade lifecycle at OCBC Global Markets.

How You Succeed

You will succeed by being detail-oriented and proactive. Successfully navigating this role means understanding the intricacies of equity trading and partnering closely with the Front Office. Prioritise accuracy and timeliness in your work, mastering the reconciliation process and escalating issues promptly. Build strong working relationships and embrace continuous improvement to optimise our processes.

What You Do

Financial Reporting & Month-End Closing

• Support and manage the month-end close activities by performing timely reconciliations and working closely with relevant departments to validate financial data and ensure completeness and accuracy of month-end financial information.

• Prepare monthly financial statements and regulatory reporting for submission to Head Office.

• Produce periodic regulatory reports and forms for submission to authorities through Group Finance.

• Prepare balance sheet schedules and reconciliation reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Reconciliations & Ledger Management

• Perform reconciliation and investigation of discrepancies between the company’s general ledger, bank statements, and product systems.

• Identify, investigate, and resolve differences between internal records and bank statements promptly.

• Ensure accurate and timely posting of financial entries related to bank transactions and trade settlements.

• Execute brokerage adjustments, goodwill, marketing rebates, and other financial entries required for client trust accounts (e.g., NOVACas).

• Ensure customers’ segregated funds and trust reporting are completed promptly.

Invoicing & Transaction Processing

• Ensure timely generation and distribution of invoices to clients and stakeholders.

• Review and approve journal entries, adjustments, and other transaction postings as needed.

• Perform processing and adjustments in the general ledger and product systems.

Compliance, Audit & Controls

• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with operational procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and bank reconciliation standards.

• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are regularly updated and adhered to.

• Develop and implement improved reconciliation procedures and controls to enhance accuracy and reduce operational risks.

Projects, Testing & Process Improvement

• Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements and migration projects.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and streamline workflows.

• Analyse current processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to reduce operational risks and improve control effectiveness.

• Build analytics dashboards for business insights.

• Use AI tools for forecasting and analysis.

• Work cross‑functionally with business teams.

• Support finance digital transformation initiatives.

Who You Are

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• 1-3 years of experience in financial operations, preferably within a financial institution.

• Strong understanding of financial instruments, particularly equities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

• A meticulous approach to work with high attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.