Trade and Structured Finance (TSF) compliments the efforts of Cargill commodity business units by providing financial solutions to Cargills business partners (suppliers and buyers). TSFs experience and expertise in global financial markets aid in mitigating documentary, cross-border and credit risks associated with structured trade finance. TSF plays a key role in funding the global operations of Cargill through cross-border funding structures and management of transferability and convertibility risks. In additional to structured trade finance and internal funding, TSF also leverages Cargills international trade flows to create trade structures that provide funding to emerging market-based financial institutions and corporations.
The candidate will be responsible for administration of all aspects of the Trade & Structured Finance activities in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure compliance to the TSF guidelines and procedures. Responsibilities also include developing thorough knowledge of transaction structures and related documentation, legal and tax implications, settlements, funding, delivery of assets, and working with other local and regional offices to ensure that appropriate Cargill controls are included in settlement process.
Trades settlement
70%
– Execution of all TSF trades in adherence to the TSF Standard Operating Procedures/Guidelines. Ensure work processes and procedures are in compliance with Cargill and TSF policies.
– Manage all aspects of trade settlement. Preparation and execution of all documents arising from TSF activity based on approved templates (trade confirmations, financing agreements, LC formats, etc.); Coordination with counter-parties and internally on issuance of instruments (letters of credit, stand-by LC, guarantees) and on timing of funding;
– Input/processing of deals in the trade capture system;
– Second review and verification of trades (system input, documentation, approvals) & cash payments (amounts, value dates, bank details)
– Liaise with other functional groups including traders, trade execution teams, accounting and treasury to resolve execution issues and provide assistance where necessary.
20%
Develop a thorough understanding of relevant TSF structures through PAF reviews including the key risks and controls associated with each structure, and relevant tax & legal implications. Ensure complete understanding of transaction specifics, including data integrity, documentation, and settlement processes as well as the attributes of the relevant market and geography. Assist other team members in obtaining a deeper understanding of structures and processes through informal, on-the-job training opportunities.
10%
Facilitate innovation and work process improvements through idea generation and applying of business knowledge. Champion and/or participate in global projects where appropriate.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics OR a related field
2 + years of relevant business experience
Understanding of trade finance business
Strong people/teamwork skills, yet able to work independently
Proven ability to take initiative to independently analyze and solve complex problems
Demonstrated knowledge of internal control structure & compliance
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours to support global operations
Integrity, strong attention to detail, and thoroughness and accuracy in work
Good organizational skills with ability to perform well under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Ability to adapt positively to an ever-changing environment
Familiarity with Microsoft office applications
Preferred Qualifications
Fluent in oral and written Spanish
Exposure to forwarding operations of Commodity Trading company
Exposure to commodity finance and documentations
Familiar with ICC publications and use of various types of instruments including LCs, Bills of Exchange, SBLCs, BGs, etc
Experience in loan administration in a financial institution
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