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About the Role

This entry-to-intermediate level position supports the end-to-end processing of securities transactions in partnership with Trading, Sales, and Operations teams. The primary objective is to ensure the accurate and timely settlement of domestic equity transactions while maintaining a strong control environment and delivering high-quality service. This role offers an opportunity to develop expertise in Japanese equity settlement operations, gain exposure to financial markets, and build a foundation for a career in securities services and operations.

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day settlement processing for Japanese domestic equity transactions, including trade settlement, cash payments, account reconciliations, and general ledger (GL) postings.
Monitor and manage settlement activities to ensure timely and accurate completion of transactions while minimizing operational risk and settlement failures.
Investigate and resolve settlement breaks, discrepancies, and exceptions by partnering with internal stakeholders and external counterparties.
Complete daily reconciliations and valuation-related processes accurately and within established deadlines.
Participate in periodic General Ledger (GL) substantiation and proofing exercises to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial records.
Follow established procedures to identify, investigate, and resolve operational issues requiring research and analysis.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, controls, and overall service quality.
Develop and maintain an understanding of securities products, operational processes, and the interdependencies across Operations and partner functions.
Build effective working relationships through clear and professional communication with colleagues, business partners, custodians, and market participants.
Demonstrate sound judgment and risk awareness in all activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and Citi standards.
Escalate issues appropriately and maintain transparency in the management and reporting of operational and control-related concerns.

Requirements

0-3 years of experience in Operations, Financial Services, Securities Services, or a related field.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new products, processes, and systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
A proactive mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to continuously develop professional and technical skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Skills

Spoken and written Japanese
Business-level English

Work Type

Full time

Experience Level

Entry-level
Intermediate level

Education Level

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.

About the Company

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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