BACK OFFICE

At Financial Markets Consulting & Training (FMCT), we specialise in providing comprehensive Back Office Consulting and Training services tailored to the investment banking and financial services industry. Our team of certified professionals brings extensive industry experience to help you optimise your operations and achieve your business goals. From system implementation to training and process optimisation, we offer a wide range of services to meet your individual needs. With our expertise, we will assist you in making informed decisions, maximising returns, and ensuring the smooth running of your projects. Contact us today to discuss how FMCT can support your business and help you succeed in the dynamic world of financial markets.

Back Office

Trade Confirmation and Settlement

Confirming and reconciling trade details.
Facilitating timely settlement of trades.
Coordinating with clearinghouses and custodians.
Resolving trade settlement issues.

Back Office

Clearing and Margin Management

Managing the clearing process.
Monitoring margin requirements for derivatives.
Managing margin and collateral risk.
Resolving clearing-related issues

Back Office

Trade Confirmation and Regulatory Reporting

Ensuring accurate and timely trade confirmation.
Submitting regulatory reports.
Complying with trade documentation and record-keeping requirements.
Coordinating with compliance teams.

Back Office

Reconciliation and Control

Conducting regular reconciliations.
Investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Implementing control processes.
Monitoring operational efficiency and control effectiveness.

BACK OFFICE CONSULTING

FMCT specialises in Back-Office operations, offering consulting and training services tailored to meet the specific needs of back-office functions. These four primary areas form the foundation of our services, recognising that precise requirements may vary depending on the organization, industry, and regulatory landscape.

As a Back-Office consultant for financial markets experts, your role is pivotal in supporting the core functions of financial institutions, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Your expertise in these five areas will be instrumental in enhancing the success and stability of your clients' operations.

Back Office

Trade Processing and Settlement

This area involves advising on trade processing workflows, trade confirmation, and ensuring timely settlement of trades. FMCT would help clients implement robust systems and procedures to reduce settlement risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Efficient trade processing and settlement are critical for minimising operational risks and maintaining a seamless trading environment.

Back Office

Reconciliation and Control

Reconciliation is vital to ensure the accuracy and consistency of data between different systems, accounts, or entities. As a consultant, FMCT would guide clients in establishing automated reconciliation processes, enhancing controls, and conducting periodic audits. This helps identify discrepancies promptly, mitigates operational errors, and prevents potential fraudulent activities.

Back Office

Risk Management and Compliance

Back-Office consultants would assist financial institutions in developing and enhancing risk management frameworks and compliance procedures. This includes monitoring credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks. Additionally, you would help clients stay updated with evolving regulatory requirements to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations.

Back Office

Clearing and Collateral Management

In this area, you would advise clients on optimiSing clearing processes, collateral management, and margin requirements. FMCT would help clients navigate complex clearing regulations and implement efficient collateral management systems to support derivatives and securities trading activities.

Back Office

Reporting and Data Management

Consulting services in this area focus on establishing comprehensive reporting mechanisms to provide accurate and timely data to stakeholders, regulators, and internal management. This involves designing robust data management systems, automating reporting processes, and ensuring data integrity and security.

BACK OFFICE TRAINING

AT Financial Markets Consulting & Training (FMCT) specialises in providing consulting and training services for the financial markets Back Office. Each day's training will incorporate practical exercises and simulations to reinforce learning and provide hands-on experience in the various aspects of Back-Office operations. Participants will actively engage in activities that mirror real-world scenarios to enhance their understanding and skills. Each day's training will include interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises to ensure effective learning and practical application of the concepts. Participants will have ample opportunities to ask questions and seek clarification during the Q&A sessions.