Counterparty Risk Manager, New York, NY/Hybrid

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Payoneer’s mission is to empower businesses to go beyond – beyond borders, limits and expectations. In today’s digital world, Payoneer enables businesses of all sizes from anywhere in the world to access new economic opportunities by enabling them to transact globally as easily as they do locally. 

Payoneer’s digital payments platform streamlines global commerce for millions of small businesses, marketplaces and enterprises from over 200 countries and territories.  Leveraging robust technology, compliance, operations and banking infrastructure, Payoneer delivers a suite of services that includes cross-border payments, working capital, tax solutions and risk management.  Powering growth for customers ranging from aspiring entrepreneurs in emerging markets to the world’s leading brands like Airbnb, Amazon, Google and Upwork, Payoneer makes global commerce easy and secure. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Counterparty & Treasury Risk Manager to join our global Treasury team. The Risk Manager will play a critical role in protecting the financial stability of our organization by effectively managing counterparty risk, credit risk, foreign exchange (FX) risk, and interest rate risk.

This role will be based in our New York, NY office.

What you’ll be spending your time on:

The Risk Manager will serve as a member of the global Treasury team and as such requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work under pressure, excel as team player and display highest levels of accuracy, trustworthiness and reliability. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with an ability to deal with multiple tasks at the same time.

What you’ll do:

• Analyze financial statements and prepare concise credit analysis to determine credit worthiness of banking and payment service provider counterparties
• Monitor a portfolio of counterparties and prepare periodic portfolio reviews for risk committees highlighting key drivers and how they impact individual counterparties
• Evaluate current and potential credit exposure for counterparties and recommend adjustments to risk grades and limits
• Apply counterparty/credit risk management best practice models, tools and processes. Participate in developing enhanced procedures, analytics and implementation of systems and tools used to analyze counterparty credit risk
• Implement early warning and negative news monitoring and other related protocols to ensure timely identification of material changes in risk
• Apply and adhere to the company’s risk management framework including all relevant limit, reporting and governance policies
• Identify, measure and analyze FX exposures arising from international transactions
• Analyze interest rate exposures and potential impacts on the company's financial performance
• Prepare regular reports on treasury risk metrics, exposures, and performance
• Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support regulatory reporting requirements related to treasury risk management.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including the rest of Treasury as well as Finance, Legal, and Risk & Compliance teams, to ensure alignment on risk management objectives and initiatives.
• Work closely with external partners and service providers to optimize risk management processes and procedures.
• Assist with additional general Treasury team tasks including controls, validations and audits.
• Assist with the development of relevant policies, procedures, controls and standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Economics, Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years of relevant financial risk experience
• Demonstrated ability to research, write and present complex financial materials in a concise, coherent and professional manner
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented and global environment. Can take initiative and produce high quality work independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Good quantitative and financial modeling skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and analytical tools (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, Excel).
• Analytical, detail oriented and data driven

What we offer:

• Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance (individual plan 100% covered) HSA and FSA
• 401K with employer match
• Fitness/Wellness reimbursement 
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Flexible work from home schedule
• Volunteer activities
• Fun office culture with supportive leadership

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Payoneer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Payoneer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are interested in applying for employment with Payoneer and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please email RecruitmentUS@payoneer.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.

In accordance with New York City Law, below is the annual base salary range for this position. Actual annual base salary is based on, but not limited to: experience, education, professional licenses, location and business needs. The position is eligible for health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k plan, paid-time off, and sick (and where applicable safe) leave. This position is also eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.

The annual base salary range for this position is: $90,000 - $110,000

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