Core Operations Manager

For our client, we are seeking a Core Operations Manager to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will lead key back office control functions within an asset management environment, with a strong focus on reconciliations, exception resolution, and governance. The position will partner closely with technology, accounting, reporting, and outsourced service providers to strengthen operating discipline and improve data and workflow integrity. It will also help shape a new core operations capability with clear ownership, consistent standards, and measurable performance.

Location: Newport Beach, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $215,000 – $260,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead overall back office control functions, including reconciliation and exception resolution.
• Identify and address recurring reconciliation issues through root-cause analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee the governance and performance of outsourced back office service providers.
• Design and implement IBOR reconciliation controls and standards.
• Establish consistent standards for daily reconciliations and accountability.
• Develop and present executive-level performance metrics and dashboards.
• Facilitate the transition of investment data outputs to ensure alignment with accounting and reporting processes.
• Work with technology teams to define workflows and support new platform implementations.
• Create and establish a core operations team with clear roles and capabilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in back office and reconciliations within asset management or investment banking.
• Experience across multiple asset classes, including derivatives, fixed income, and cash products.
• Strong understanding of IBOR transactions and related impacts.
• Demonstrated history of defining or governing operating models and control frameworks.
• Proven capability in workflow design, testing, and technology platform transformations.
• Strong communication and management skills.

Benefits

• Total compensation approach including base salary and performance-based discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• Employee engagement initiatives and team-building activities.
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive work culture.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.