Entry Level Financial Analyst | Columbia, MD Job Description This position is in the Securities Administration Services (SAS) group. Responsible for processing the most complex transactions or reconcilements relating to loan or security payments. Duties include: + Providing remittance and correction information to servicer + Monitoring and analysis of pooled loans to determine non-compliance, communication of information to investors + Evaluate servicer performance to ensure compliance with stated agreements + Participates in system enhancements by attending user group and testing. + Identify and communicate processing exceptions that are relevant to similar series across individual portfolios. + Incumbents must maintain a working knowledge of their area of expertise, including Collateral, Securities, Default or Trust Administration. + May train junior level staff and review junior staff processing and reconciliations. + May propose recommendations and implement automated solutions on an ongoing basis. Summary: Candidates will be responsible for data entry, accounting, and analyses of pooled loan data from many different mortgage servicers. Candidates can expect to be using multiple database systems including Microsoft Excel regularly to ensure that any variance in data is identified and accounted for. Research and interpret all controlling legal documents as issues arise with collateral or bond payments. Candidates will be working with Collateral, Securities, Default and Trust Administration. The environment is extremely team oriented and deadline driven as analyses must be complete at certain points during the month which will require overtime. Job Type This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s). Job Requirements + Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (Math, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, etc.) + Experience and exposure to financial services, corporate finance, and business operations highly preferred + Strong Excel skills (Formulas, Pivot Table, V Look Up, etc.) required Work Site This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Columbia, Maryland and some days remote. Work Environment This role is based in a team-oriented, task-based environment. The position offers a hybrid flexible schedule with some training conducted on-site and large team meetings held monthly on-site. The role is deadline-driven and may require overtime to ensure all analyses are completed timely. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.