Entry Level Investment Portfolio Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the Role:

The Investment Portfolio Analyst supports the day-to-day management, analysis, and reporting of the Bank's investment securities portfolio (primarily fixed income securities) under the direction of the Investment Portfolio Manager. The role focuses on security- and portfolio-level analytics, transaction support, performance and risk monitoring, and governance reporting to support the Bank's liquidity, earnings, capital, and interest rate risk objectives within its risk appetite and regulatory requirements. The Analyst partners closely with Treasury, Finance, Risk, Accounting, and Operations to provide accurate data, strong controls, timely reporting, and audit/exam readiness in accordance with the Bank's Investment Policy and internal procedures.

• Performs security- and portfolio-level analysis to support buy and sell decisions including yield book analysis, unrealized loss analysis, stress and scenario analysis (including interest rate environments), and relative value to ensure alignment to strategy, liquidity, earnings (NII), capital and risk objectives.
• Prepares trade support materials and coordinates with Treasury and broker-dealers to supportaccuratetrade execution, settlement, and documentationin accordance withinternal controls and delegated authorities.
• Assistsin monitoring portfolio performance and risk metrics including credit, duration, NII and EVE sensitivity contributions, liquidity and cash flow profiles, unrealized gain/loss trends, and AOCI considerations.
• Supports Asset Liability Committee (ALCO) and ALCO Investment Sub-Committee processes by preparing reports, dashboards, and analytical exhibits, including limit monitoring and variance analysis.
• Partners with Finance and Accounting to support investment accounting and reporting activities, including AFS/HTM classifications, reconciliations, and month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Supports credit surveillance and counterparty exposure monitoring for the portfolio, coordinating with Credit and Risk teams on watch lists, downgrades, and remediation actions
• Assiststhe Investment Portfolio Manager with monitoring external investment managers, advisors, andbroker dealers through performance reporting and due diligence documentation.
• Supports regulatory exams and internal and external audits through data gathering, documentation, andtimelyresponse to information requests.
• Contributes to process improvement and automation initiatives related to investment analytics, reporting, data quality, and controls.
• Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities - knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
• Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding applicable Bank regulations.
• May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
• Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
• Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
• Embraces our vision to become "Business Bank of Choice"
• May perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Bachelor's Degree or advanced degree or relevant experience in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field (required)
• 2 years - Experience in bank treasury / investment securities portfolio management, fixed income analytics, and/or balance sheet management (e.g., AFS/HTM portfolios, liquidity and interest rate risk impacts, and governance support). (Required)
• Working knowledge of fixed income instruments commonly held by banks, including U.S. Treasuries, Agencies, Agency MBS/CMO, municipal securities, investment-grade corporates, and money market instruments.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with bank regulatory and accounting concepts related to securities portfolios, including AFS/HTM classifications and unrealized and realized gains and losses.
• Strong attention to detail and able to operate within a regulated environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with investment analytics and treasury systems (examples may include Bloomberg or Yield Book).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Treasury, Finance, Risk, Accounting, and Operations.
• Occasional travel

The pay range for this role is $68,000.00 to $110,000.00.

The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).

Our Benefits:

We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.

We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.