FX Operations Analyst

Role Responsibilities

This role ensures that all FX transactions requiring supporting documentation are properly validated recorded and processed in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal controls. You will also play a key role in monitoring transactions ensuring compliance and supporting both internal and external stakeholders.

• Analyze and classify FX transactions based on their nature and regulatory requirements.

• Review and validate supporting documentation to ensure compliance with applicable FX regulations and internal policies.

• Execute and register FX transactions accurately and in a timely manner within internal systems.

• Ensure adherence to compliance standards internal controls and audit requirements.

• Support FX business operations particularly transactions that require documented justification according to regulatory guidelines.

• Monitor and track transactions to ensure proper processing identifying and resolving any discrepancies.

• Prepare reports and maintain proper documentation to support regulatory and internal reporting needs.

• Provide support to internal stakeholders (e.g. Front Office Compliance Finance) and respond to external inquiries when needed.

• Assist in maintaining a strong control environment and contribute to process improvements within FX back-office operations.

Role Requirements

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Economics or equivalent work experience.

• 24 years of experience in financial accounting FX operations or back-office financial roles.

• Basic understanding of foreign exchange (FX) transactions and financial operations.

• Familiarity with documentation requirements and regulatory frameworks related to FX transactions is a plus.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

• Intermediate English level is a plus.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/tools.

• Strong sense of accountability organization and compliance mindset.

Work Shift

Western Union values in-person collaboration problem solving and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives multiple health insurance options accident and life
insurance and access to best-in-class development platforms to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your Brazil-specific benefits include:

• Medical (CarePlus) and dental (Privian) assistance: plans with no fixed contribution with co-participation in consultations and exams
• Life insurance
• Food voucher
• Meal voucher

Other Details

We are passionate about honoring our employees identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race color national origin religion political affiliation sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity age disability marital status or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants including those with disabilities during the recruitment process following applicable laws.

Estimated Job Posting End Date:

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.