Operations Specialist (Corporate Actions)

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (Apex) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech software enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, Webull, and eToro, amongst many others; collectively, Apex powers access to the stock market for over 22+ million end customers.  

 At Apex, we are changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo, which was manual, slow, and accessible only by the ultra-wealthy. We're digitizing and democratizing systems so that everyone has an opportunity to invest. 

When you're at Apex, you drive this change. You're part of a global team with a clear vision: to be the trusted technology that powers the digital economy. Our offices in Austin, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Portland, Belfast, and Manila are home to over 1,000 employees. 

Together, we’re shaping the future of financial innovation. Embrace change. Solve big. Win together. And be G.R.E.A.T. — grit, results, empathy, accountability, and teamwork — with Apex. 

We’re proud to be recognized for the innovative work we do, the purpose-driven nature of our work, and the collaborative culture we’ve created. Here are just a few of the many awards we’ve recently received: 

Best Places to Work 

2026, 2025, 2024, 2023 - Presented by BuiltIn 

WealthTech of the Year 

2025 - Presented by US FinTech Awards 

The World’s Top 250 Fintech Companies 

2024 - Presented by CNBC 

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Operations Specialist (Corporate Actions) is an entry-level role responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of corporate action events. This includes the identification, notification, and processing of voluntary and mandatory corporate actions such as dividends, mergers, stock splits, spin-offs, and tender offers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced financial services environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Corporate Actions Processing: Assist in identifying, validating, and processing mandatory and voluntary corporate action events, ensuring accurate and timely completion across client accounts. 
• Notification & Communication: Distribute corporate action notifications to internal stakeholders and clients; respond to inquiries regarding upcoming or in-progress events. 

• Reconciliation: Support daily reconciliation of corporate action positions and entitlements against custodian and depository records to ensure data accuracy. 

• Election Processing: Collect and submit client elections for voluntary corporate actions (e.g., rights offerings, tender offers, exchange offers) within required deadlines. 

• Entitlement Calculations: Assist with calculating and verifying cash and stock entitlements resulting from corporate action events. 

• Compliance & Controls: Adhere to all relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies; support audit and regulatory inquiries as needed. 

• Issue Resolution: Identify and escalate discrepancies, missing elections, or processing errors in a timely manner to mitigate risk and financial exposure. 

• Reporting: Prepare and maintain reports on corporate action events, processing status, and outstanding items for review by senior team members. 

Education and Experience 

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

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in financial services; internship experience in operations, corporate actions, or securities processing is a plus. 

• Basic understanding of financial markets and common types of securities (equities, fixed income, mutual funds). 

• Familiarity with the corporate actions lifecycle is a plus but not required; training will be provided. 

Preferred Qualifications 

•  Experience or coursework in securities operations, brokerage back-office, or financial services operations. 

• Exposure to financial data platforms such as Bloomberg or Reuters. 

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SQL or data tools is a bonus. 

• Pursuit of or interest in professional certifications such as FINRA Series 99, CFA, or similar designations. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

•  Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in large data sets. 

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams and clients. 

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines. 

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn in a team-oriented environment. 

• Comfort working with technology and financial systems; adaptable to new tools and processes.

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​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.