Operations Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA, United States (Hybrid)500 Ross StreetPittsburghPAUS Contract (6 months) Published 1 day ago Reconciliation Excel financial services Banking Data Entry At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance, and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Operations Specialist to join our Reconciliation team within a leading Wealth Management business. This role offers an end-to-end perspective of wealth operations, serving as a critical hub that connects with all operational divisions. The ideal candidate is a tenacious problem solver who thrives on investigating data breaks, identifying root causes, and ensuring total transactional accuracy. This is a contract position with a high likelihood of extension, supporting an established team of nine. The role operates on an 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM schedule (with flexibility to adjust hours earlier) and is located on-site 4 days a week at our offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Key Responsibilities • Reconciliation & Investigation: Review daily reconciliations across complex financial data, including buys and sales of equities, mergers, stock splits, income activity, and capital calls. • Problem Resolution: Investigate data breaks, isolate root causes, and maintain a persistent, tenacious approach to driving complex transactional errors through to complete resolution. • Systems & Data Management: Utilize MS Excel (including Pivot Tables and vLookUps) and MS Access to manage and assess financial data points within friendly user databases. • Cross-Operations Collaboration: Connect daily with broader operational units, developing a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end Wealth business structures. • Team Communication: Participate in daily internal Teams calls and monitor shared group email inboxes to ensure assigned work flows efficiently and transparently. Qualifications • 1-3+ years of operational or data-driven experience (experience in financial services or banking strongly preferred) • High computer literacy with hands-on experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access • Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to investigate complex issues and identify root causes • Analytical mindset with the capability to assess large datasets and draw clear, accurate conclusions • Exceptional attention to detail and a strict commitment to data accuracy Preferred Experience • Direct prior experience working within reconciliation, banking operations, or Wealth Management-related processes • Familiarity with core financial and investment banking terminology • Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (Pivot Tables, vLookUps) • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with a shared, monitored group inbox structure • Demonstrated capability to work independently while collaborating via digital channels (MS Teams) • Bachelor’s degree Why Join Us Joining the Reconciliation team offers a unique opportunity to build a strong, holistic understanding of Wealth business operations from an end-to-end perspective. Because this team connects across processes that interface with all other operations divisions, you will gain unmatched broad exposure while developing deep expertise in a critical sector. Team members are given clear opportunities to expand their scope, deepen their technical skills, and build a highly well-rounded career within financial operations. At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom BNY LinkedIn Here’s a few of our recent awards: America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025 Pay Rate Range Min Pay Rate$21 Max Pay Rate$24.5 CurrencyUSD Unithourly USD2124.5HOUR Additional Notes Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting is for a contract assignment with Tundra Technical Solutions to provide services to Bank of New York (BNY). Please note that this is not a full-time employment opportunity. Candidates selected for this role will be engaged as contractors for the specified duration of the project. For any inquiries regarding the terms of the contract or engagement, please contact Tundra Technical Solutions directly. Benefits Information Optional benefits offering include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits via Tundra Technical Solutions.