Cash and Trade Processing Analyst

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Citi's Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) provides global solutions that can help clients drive their business forward while investing in innovation to bring new solutions to life.

We're currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Cash and Trade Processing Analyst (Sanctions) based in Penang, Malaysia.  Being part of our team means that we'll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future. 

The is an intermediate-level role that involves analyzing complex Compliance/AML-related cases and requires strong analytical skills and decision-making in accordance with Citi's internal policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory guidelines. The role will focus on reviewing and resolving potential matches for Payments & Receivables (P&R) transactions.

In this role, you're expected to:

• Review and provide feedback on potential matches generated by internal systems in accordance with sanctions and other compliance regulations.

• Collaborate closely with Global/Regional Sanctions Operations and P&R Operations teams.

• Ensure transactions are processed efficiently, and act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in recommending process enhancements.

• Ensure alerts are reviewed and resolved in a timely manner, adhering to internal procedures and quality standards.

• Evaluate issues and recommend solutions through data analysis, precedent and technical experience.

• Respond to deliverable requests from internal and external stakeholders, including clients and vendors (if applicable).

• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring accurate documentation and readiness.

• Support Global/Regional initiatives and projects related to sanctions operations.

• Perform root cause analysis for compliance issues identified during the Manager's Control Assessment and initiate corrective actions.

• Assess risk appropriately in business decisions, demonstrating sound judgment and a commitment to safeguarding Citi's reputation, clients, and assets through adherence to regulations and ethical practices.

As a successful candidate, you'd ideally have the following skills and exposure:

• Previous relevant experience in sanctions operations, compliance, or transaction services preferred

• 0-4 years of relevant experience

• Fundamental understanding of financial industry regulations and compliance standards

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Analytical thinking with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

Note:

This job description provides a high-level overview of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services

Job Family:

Cash Management

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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