Counterparty Onboarding Analyst

Our client, an investment firm in Montgomery County, PA, is currently seeking a Counterparty Onboarding Analyst to join their growing team. The Counterparty Onboarding Analyst will ensure that counterparties and vendors are onboard in accordance with regulatory and internal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of contact for counterparties and vendors throughout the onboarding process
• Conduct KYC/CDD and EDD reviews, including risk assessments, sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening across onboarding, event-driven, and periodic reviews
• Vet payment instructions for domestic and international wire transfers and EFTs across U.S. dollars and foreign currencies, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Escalate issues according to procedures while owning the resolution, and keeping management informed on progress
• Maintain accurate KYC records, support transaction-related inquiries, advise business stakeholders, and assist with process improvements, and other ad hoc projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• 1–3 years of experience within a financial institution, preferably in a KYC-related role, with strong analytical skills and stakeholder coordination experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion, with the self-motivation to work independently and take initiative
• Proficiency in Excel is required, and familiarity with Fenergo is preferred