Lead Derivatives Operations Analyst

Lincoln Financial

. Own end-to-end collateral and margin operations for assigned OTC derivative portfolios, including margin calls, eligibility, haircuts, substitutions, settlements, and dispute resolution .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $106,875 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end collateral and margin operations for OTC derivatives, including margin calls and settlements, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, enhance SOX controls, and provide technical guidance across various operational areas.

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Derivative AccountingCollateral ManagementMargin OperationsGAAP ComplianceSOX Controls

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Hard Skills

Margin CallsSettlement ProcessesCredit Support ArrangementsOperational Risk EvaluationInitial Margin ForecastingVariation Margin Sensitivity AnalysisTrade Lifecycle ManagementRoot-Cause AnalysisProcess ImprovementFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilityInnovative Thinking

Industry Keywords

OTC DerivativesFunding ActivitiesLiquidity ManagementReinsuranceGovernance Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end collateral and margin operations for assigned OTC derivative portfolios, including margin calls, eligibility, haircuts, substitutions, settlements, and dispute resolution
Administer complex credit support arrangements and evaluate collateral sufficiency, agreement requirements, operational risks, and exceptions
Lead initial margin forecasting and variation margin sensitivity analyses
Manage funding and liquidity activities associated with hedging service arrangements
Serve as primary operational contact and escalation resource for structured reinsurance counterparties
Oversee trade lifecycle activities, accounting inputs, reconciliations, and downstream reporting under GAAP and statutory requirements
Resolve operational, accounting, valuation, and reporting breaks through root-cause analysis and corrective action
Lead cross-functional projects and process improvements to strengthen controls, increase automation, reduce manual work, and improve scalability
Design, maintain, and enhance SOX controls, operating procedures, and governance practices; support audits and remediate control gaps
Provide technical guidance to colleagues and advise Trading, Treasury, Accounting, Reporting, Risk, Legal, and Technology partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in derivative accounting, finance, or other relevant activities
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Ability to be innovative and drive and accept change
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Analytical skills and close attention to detail
Ability to adapt quickly in a changing work environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Flexible work arrangements
Productivity/technology tools and training
Annual Incentive Program eligibility, discretionary and performance-based
Potential long-term incentives and sales incentives
Standard benefits package