Finance Operations & Institutional Trading Associate

William Roderick Saines, Finance Operations Associate

Brooklyn, 11215, 917-***-****, **************@*****.***, SUMMARY Detail-oriented finance professional with experience in accounts payable, cash management, and budgeting. Proven ability to process invoices, manage reimbursements, and support month-end close procedures. Possesses strong organizational and problem-solving skills, honed through managing complex financial operations and client relationships. Eager to leverage expertise to contribute to the Finance Operations team at Pzena Investment Management. WORK EXPERIENCE

Vice President

BUCKMAN, BUCKMAN & REID

2024 – Present New Jersey

Execute domestic and international equity orders for institutional clients, leveraging market knowledge and execution judgment to support client objectives.

Provide responsive client coverage, delivering market color, order updates, and execution guidance throughout the trade lifecycle. Coordinate with trading, operations, compliance, counterparties, and clearing relationships to ensure accurate execution, allocation, and settlement.

Utilize electronic trading platforms, algorithms, and order-management workflows to manage orders efficiently and address exceptions. Cultivate institutional relationships and identify opportunities to deepen account engagement and expand business.

Vice President

SAN BLAS SECURITIES

2022 – 2024 New York / Atlanta

Managed institutional equity order flow across U.S. and international markets while maintaining consistent communication on market conditions and execution progress.

Evaluated order characteristics and client priorities to select appropriate execution approaches, including electronic and algorithmic strategies. Monitored orders from receipt through completion, partnering with internal teams and external counterparties to resolve trade-related issues. Delivered high-touch service and strengthened client relationships through timely follow-up, market intelligence, and dependable execution support. Vice President

PAULSON INVESTMENTS

2021 – 2022 New York

Executed institutional equity transactions and provided clients with real-time market updates, execution options, and post-trade support. Leveraged market data, broker relationships, and trading technology to pursue efficient execution and align activity with client instructions. Collaborated across trading, operations, compliance, and clearing functions to support account service, trade processing, and settlement. Supported business development by maintaining strong institutional relationships and delivering reliable, solutions-oriented coverage. Vice President

RICE FINANCIAL PRODUCTS COMPANY

2020 – 2021 New York

Handled institutional equity orders in domestic and international markets, balancing execution quality, urgency, liquidity, and client objectives. Communicated market color, order status, and execution considerations to clients while maintaining accurate and timely trade oversight. Worked with operations and counterparties to support allocations, confirmations, settlement, and resolution of trade exceptions. Contributed to client retention and business growth through attentive service, market expertise, and consistent follow-through. Managing Director

INTL FCSTONE (STONEX FINANCIAL INC.)

2019 – 2020 New York

Executed domestic and international equity trades for institutional clients and provided market analysis, execution guidance, and continuous order monitoring.

Established a full-service international trading desk capable of supporting clients across global market hours.

Coordinated client account onboarding with clearing agents and led setup and testing of OMS/EMS connections.

Supported OTC market-making activity involving ADR/GDR conversions and local-market trading.

Partnered with colleagues across trading and operations to complete executions and deliver extended-hours client coverage. Vice President

CABRERA CAPITAL MARKETS LLC

2018 – 2019 New York

Managed U.S. and international equity orders for mutual funds, index funds, pension funds, and hedge funds using high-touch and algorithmic execution strategies.

Performed pre- and post-trade analytics and explained execution approaches based on client objectives and risk parameters. Researched global markets, cultivated local broker intelligence, and communicated relevant market trends to clients.

Expanded existing relationships, secured new business, and built an international network of local-market brokers.

Partnered with electronic trading vendors to broaden execution capabilities and client coverage.

Vice President

CV BROKERAGE

2015 – 2018 New York

Directed domestic and international equity trading for the firm's institutional client base during a period of expansion.

Provided market analysis, execution recommendations, and real-time client communication throughout the order lifecycle.

Managed corporate share repurchase activity for Fortune 500 companies with a focus on accuracy, discretion, and execution quality. Established and developed a full-service trading desk, including processes, coverage standards, and market relationships.

Vice President

BLAYLOCK BEAL VAN

2014 – 2015 New York

Launched the equity trading desk, selected the OMS/EMS platform, coordinated client connectivity, and established operating workflows. Executed institutional orders and Fortune 500 corporate share repurchase programs while providing market color and flow insights. Monitored trade settlement and explained transaction cost analysis and program performance to clients.

Consistently ranked near the top of broker executions and reduced overall trading costs for corporate repurchase activity.

Served as the primary client contact, addressing questions and execution needs in real time.

Associate

Morgan Stanley

06/2004 – 11/2008 New York

As a Sales Trading Associate at Morgan Stanley (US Portfolio), I oversaw and traded agency portfolios for US, Canada, and Latin America. Managed global futures orders utilizing Morgan Stanley’s advanced algorithmic portfolio strategies for quantitative and fundamental investment approaches, serving Mutual, Index, and Pension Fund Managers. Achieved over $5 million in agency commissions year-to-date. Provided clients with expert advice on portfolio execution strategies, supported by thorough pre- and post-trade analytics. Disseminated market trends and strategic advice to clients, informed by daily research calls covering research, economic, strategic, technical, and macro analyses.

Ensured complete client coverage by working with the electronic trading team, offering access to Morgan Stanley's suite of algorithmic trading solutions via agency and proprietary platforms.

Coordinated with Derivatives and Delta One colleagues to deliver tailored hedging solutions for institutional clients utilizing futures, swaps, derivatives, and ETFs.

EDUCATION

College of Arts & Sciences

N/A, General Studies

06/1991 – 05/1992 New York

Coursework completed

SKILLS Institutional Equity Trading Domestic & International Markets Agency & Algorithmic Execution Trade Lifecycle & Settlement OMS/EMS Connectivity Pre- & Post-Trade Analytics

Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) Market Color & Research Corporate Share Repurchases Risk & Compliance Awareness Trading Desk Development Process Improvement

Bloomberg Microsoft Office Suite

Client Relationship Management Business Development Cross-Functional Leadership Accounts Payable

Travel & Expense Cash Management

Invoicing Month-End Close

Budgeting

Series 7

FINRA

Series 55

FINRA

Series 63

CERTIFICATES

FINRA

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