Christopher Rubano Jr.
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Professional with proven track record in finance and risk assessment. Adept at conducting detailed collateral evaluations and mitigating financial risks through data-driven decisions. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering reliable results under changing conditions. Skilled in financial analysis, risk management, and stakeholder relations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate - Client Processing Representative
Bank of New York - Mellon
08.2023 - Current
- Issued and settled bilaterally traded margin calls on behalf of multiple clients, ensuring timely and accurate processing in line with bank protocols.
- Solely responsible for the accounting reconciliation of Cleared OTC cash trade portfolios and bilateral treasury outages, maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Took primary ownership of disputed margin call resolutions, and developed the benchmark process now adopted across several client accounts.
- Engaged professionally with clients, brokers, and custodian banks daily, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear communication on margin call and collateral-related issues.
- Assisted management in the development of strategies to optimize collateral utilization, enhancing the efficiency and performance of client portfolios.
Collateral Operations Analyst
Wiley Edge Onsite at Bank of New York-Mellon
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Executed daily margin calls between clients and brokers, ensuring timely and accurate transactions in accordance with ISDA, MSFTA, SLA & CSA terms.
- Performed daily reconciliation of collateral balance discrepancies, identifying and resolving issues to maintain accurate records.
- Managed communication with clients, brokers, custodial banks, and internal teams, ensuring professionalism and responsiveness in time-sensitive situations.
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark LLC
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Intern(Business Plan Team)
University of Mary Washington Center for Economic Development
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Conducted research on similar business plans, creating detailed summaries to support clients in their strategic planning.
- Collaborated closely with a partner to ensure tasks were completed effectively and efficiently, contributing to a smooth workflow and timely project completion.
- Delivered high-quality work within deadlines, demonstrating strong time management and organizational skills.
- Gained hands-on experience in business analysis and client support, contributing to the center's overall mission of economic development.
Intern
Equitable Advisors/AXA Financial
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Gained hands-on experience in developing life-long financial plans tailored to clients’ specific goals and aspirations, learning the key principles of financial advising.
- Acquired foundational knowledge of health and life insurance options, assisting in the analysis of various financial products.
- Developed a personal dialogue and mission statement from the perspective of a Financial Advisor, strengthening communication skills and client relationship management.
- Assisted in creating financial strategies and solutions to help clients achieve long-term financial security.
Intern
Benchmark Investments
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Learned to interpret stock charts and futures, gaining valuable skills in technical analysis and market forecasting.
- Worked directly on calls to prospective clients, contributing to customer outreach efforts.
- Gained knowledge of alternative financial investments, including real estate (REITs), antique art, commodities, and more, expanding the range of financial products understood.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Economics, Business Administration
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05.2022
NYS Advanced Regents Diploma -
Monsignor Farrell High School
Staten Island, NY05.2018
Skills
- Margin call resolution
- Collateral optimization
- Trade settlement
- Client communications
- Process improvement
- Crisis intervention
- Detail orientation
- Time management
- Computer proficiency
Certification
- Executive Educational Certificate in Banking & Business Operations - Columbia University
Timeline
Associate - Client Processing Representative
Bank of New York - Mellon
08.2023 - Current
Collateral Operations Analyst
Wiley Edge Onsite at Bank of New York-Mellon
06.2022 - 08.2023
Direct Support Professional
On Your Mark LLC
06.2021 - 01.2022
Intern(Business Plan Team)
University of Mary Washington Center for Economic Development
03.2021 - 05.2021
Intern
Equitable Advisors/AXA Financial
06.2020 - 08.2020
Intern
Benchmark Investments
05.2019 - 08.2019
NYS Advanced Regents Diploma -
Monsignor Farrell High School
Bachelors of Arts - Economics, Business Administration
University of Mary Washington
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