Senior Analyst, Payments

Company Description We’re http://checkout.comCheckout.com http://Checkout.com. You might not know our name, but companies like eBay, Spotify, Klarna, Uber, and Sony do, because we’re behind many of the digital experiences you use every day. We are where the world checks out, enabling over 10 billion transactions yearly for more than one billion global shoppers. Whether you want to book a holiday, order food, renew a subscription, or check out online, there’s a good chance our tech powers the payments behind the scenes. Our platform helps the most ambitious businesses deliver effortless digital experiences, at scale. If you want to do career-defining work, you’ve come to the right place. We move fast, think globally, and believe great teams are built by hiring exceptional people with conviction, curiosity, and the desire to make an impact. With 20 offices across six continents and London as our HQ, we’re shaping the future of fintech – and we’re just getting started. As a Senior Analyst within our MENA Treasury team, you will be the engine behind our regional payment operations, owning everything from high-stakes liquidity management to the seamless execution of merchant payouts. You’ll thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where you’ll lead automation initiatives and collaborate globally to launch new products, directly impacting our growth in one of the world's most dynamic markets. What you’ll do - Analyze cash inflows and outflows ensures sufficient liquidity for merchant processing, supplemented by strategic FX trade reviews. - Review merchant contractual terms helps determine the most efficient payout cycles and funding requirements. - Take full ownership of the payment lifecycle involves preparing, inputting, and auditing merchants, schemes, and working capital transfers. - Manage daily bank account reconciliations maintain total financial accuracy while providing a platform to identify and resolve exceptions. - Serve as the primary technical contact for payment investigations requires a blend of deep system knowledge and a customer-first mindset. - Continuously improve operational documentation and identify automation opportunities to ensure the team's procedures remain efficient and lean. - Manage relationships with external banks and card schemes ensures all operational queries are resolved swiftly and effectively. - Oversee of bank account administration keeps our global accounts compliant and aligned with strict internal controls. - Partner with cross-functional teams simplifies the complexity of launching new products and achieving operational readiness. - Support the wider regional Treasury team involves contributing to strategic projects, efficiency drives, and quarterly regulatory reporting. Qualifications - A background in treasury or payment operations with at least 2 years of relevant experience provides the necessary foundation for this role. - Strong organizational skills and a process-driven mindset are essential for driving continuous improvement across the department. - Thriving under pressure allows for the successful management of complex tasks and tight deadlines without sacrificing precision. - Clear communication and a collaborative spirit make it easy to build productive relationships with global stakeholders. - Personal accountability and a sense of pride in team outcomes define your professional approach. - Technical proficiency in tools like Kyriba, Looker, and AI-enabled reporting ensures data remains at the heart of every decision. Additional Information Bring all of you to work We create the conditions for high performers to thrive, through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one. Here, you’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity, and where your growth is in your hands. We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you’re ready to grow and make a difference, you’ll be right at home here. It’s important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. Life at Checkout.com http://Checkout.com We understand that work is just one part of your life. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection. Curious about what it’s like to be part of our team? Visit our Careers Page https://www.checkout.com/careers to learn more about our culture, open roles, and what drives us. For a closer look at daily life at Checkout.com http://Checkout.com, follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/checkout/life/ and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/