Jr Business Analyst - Trade Finance

SGA Inc.

New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22.45–$32.45 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Adobe Acrobat, Banking Services, Billing, Business Analysis, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Due Diligence, Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Procedures, Financial Services, Financial Transactions, Genetics, International Trade Law, Internet Service Providers, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Money Laundering, Operations Processes, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Sales, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Staff Development, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
2 days ago
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Jr Business Analyst - Trade Finance for a contract assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in lower Manhattan, NYC. Hybrid schedule 3x weekly onsite 

Responsibilities :
  • Handle end to end processing of Standby Letter of Credit transactions, e.g. issuances, amendments, advises, confirmations, claims, examination of documents, payments, transfers, assignments of proceeds, billing etc. in Trade360, BESS, LoanIQ, CorrRisk systems within authorized limits assigned.
  • Ensure all activities and transactions are processed in accordance with the Bank's Standard Operation Procedures and Trade Finance Anti-Money Laundering/Anti- Terrorist Financing and Sanctions Pre- Transaction Due Diligence Procedures as well as U.S. laws/regulations, OFAC, Anti-Boycott, other compliance regulations and international trade practices.
  • Ensure transactions are executed in a timely and accurate manner, in adherence with established Service Level Agreements
  • Prepare and review Standby Letters of Credit drafts to respond drafting requests from clients, and Sales/Execution teams, ensuring that language is in accordance with Bank's procedures, international standby and industrial practices as well as compliance and legal requirements
  • Respond promptly and effectively to requests, concerns and complaints from customers, other TSCs, the TSU and Sales/Execution teams in order to propose workable solutions
  • Handle daily and monthly reconciliations between certain systems and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Handle billing process of GWO LoanOps for out-of-pocket expenses related to SBLC transactions of corporate clients.
  • Handle investigations to respond inquiries from clients, Sales/Execution and GWO LoanOps teams etc.
  • Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
  • Champion a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.
Required Skills:
  • 2+ years banking experience in Trade Finance operations
  • Knowledge of International Banking and Trade Finance operations
  • Working knowledge of ISP98, UCP600/ISBP
  • Excellent skills in word, excel, adobe acrobat etc.
  • Experience with SWIFT messages related to Trade Finance transactions
  • High level of attention to details and ability to prioritize tasks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team
  • Ability to remain calm and effective during high pressure situations
Preferred Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in business/accounting preferred
  • Knowledge in the T360, BESS, LoanIQ, CorrRisk, TLM , GTX systems is a plus
  • CDCS is a plus
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy

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SGA Inc.