[ref. g65284221] Structured Trade Finance (STF) Analyst New - Monroe Consulting Group Philippines

Monroe Consulting Group, an executive search firm, is recruiting on behalf of global supply chain solutions company. Our client is seeking a Structured Trade Finance (STF) Analyst for a temporary onsite role based in Makati City, Philippines.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Monitoring, tracking and supporting of loan management and cash management.
• Payments to suppliers and corresponding collateral management.
• Preparing and presenting weekly reports for loans, cash and working capital assets.
• Monitor collateral haircuts, concentration limits and other risk metrics to manage collateral exposures effectively.
• Process and monitor existing trade flows ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded and reported.
• Administer loan management including timely surplus cash withdrawals, loan drawdowns, loan rollovers and repayments in co-ordination with Accounting, Treasury, Trading and relevant lenders.
• Manage and monitor existing portfolio utilisation for lead banks, including forecasting and reporting.
• Collaborate with CZ subsidiaries in supporting local financing requirements.
• Analyze and structure trade finance solutions, including but not limited to LCs, trade loans, receivables, inventory and supply chain financing.
• Evaluate the financial strength of clients and counterparties and assess risk factors related to structured trade transactions.
• Perform due diligence on trade finance deals, identify risks and propose mitigation strategies. This includes reviewing financial statements, trade contracts and legal documentation.
• Stay informed of industry trades, economic developments and regulatory changes that may impact trade finance. Prepare reports and recommendations for management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in the trade finance function, recommending efficiencies and best practices.
• Lead weekly calls with local teams presenting cash projections.

Key Job Requirements:

• Strong motivation to learn about commodities and finance.
• Graduate or post graduate degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Law, Engineering, Agriculture or relevant work experience in the finance sector.
• Fluency in English and Tagalog (both written and verbal).
• Advanced communication skills.
• Robust skills including proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Self-starter with the ability to use initiative for problem solving.
• Resourceful, innovative and proactive.
• Personable with the ability to build relationships and communicate at all levels both internally and externally.