Job Brief
The Brokerage Purchase and Sale Clerk plays a vital role in the financial services industry, responsible for executing and managing transactions related to the purchase, sale, or holding of securities. This position requires a keen attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in financial software. Successful candidates will have experience in stock trading, transaction verification, and record-keeping, ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced brokerage environment.
Responsibilities
- Write and process orders for stock purchases and sales, adhering to regulatory requirements.
- Compute transfer taxes and fees associated with transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Verify stock transactions and reconcile discrepancies in records.
- Accept and deliver securities, maintaining compliance with industry standards.
- Track stock price fluctuations to provide timely updates to clients and management.
- Compute equity positions and manage client portfolios accurately.
- Distribute dividends and ensure timely payment to shareholders.
- Maintain detailed records of daily transactions and holdings to support audits and compliance checks.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a brokerage or financial services environment.
- Strong understanding of securities trading, market trends, and investment principles.
- Proficiency in financial software and trading platforms.
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills for transaction analysis.
- Attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Effective communication skills to liaise with clients and financial professionals.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field preferred.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Series 7, Series 63) are a plus.
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