Risk Analyst

Payarc; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payment processing company is seeking a Risk Analyst to review and analyze merchant financials and credit risk. The role involves monitoring for fraud, conducting financial analyses, and developing risk mitigation strategies. Applicants should have at least 6 months of relevant experience and strong technical skills, particularly in Microsoft Office. This position requires local candidates who can commute daily to the office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience.
• Risk mitigation experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of the acquiring business and merchant onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly monitoring of merchant accounts.
• Conduct financial analysis of prospective merchant accounts.
• Monitor for fraud and suspicious transactions.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Communicate merchant account decisions effectively.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Team-oriented

Excellent interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solver

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are a technology-driven company built with the purpose of empowering people and improving organizations—one payment at a time. We began by delivering smart, simple payment processing tools and have continued to expand our platform to support growing businesses. Backed by world-class experts and top technology talent, we are committed to helping new businesses get started, increasing customer revenue, and bridging the gap between online merchants and payment solutions. Our mission is to give companies the tools they need to shape the future of their business.

About the Role

The Risk Analyst is responsible for reviewing and analyzing merchant financials, credit risk, and transactional activity to ensure compliance with applicable laws, card brand regulations, and internal risk policies. This role plays a critical part in monitoring Payarc’s merchant portfolio for fraud and credit exposure across all supported platforms, utilizing sound judgment and proactive risk mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly exception monitoring of merchant acquiring accounts
• Conduct financial and credit analysis of prospective merchant accounts in accordance with Merchant Services Policy and Card Brand regulations
• Monitor merchant activity for fraud, credit exposure, and suspicious or high-risk transactions
• Develop and recommend mitigation strategies and collateral structures to reduce risk
• Periodically review existing merchants to ensure continued compliance with financial guidelines and risk standards
• Communicate merchant account decisions clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Work closely with risk staff, underwriters, and client liaisons to manage risk exposure and resolve account issues
• Establish and maintain relationships with assigned clients
• Provide ongoing education and guidance to merchants regarding risk mitigation strategies
• Support operational needs including merchant account changes, limits, and terminations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve risk processes, procedures, and controls
• Ensure Payarc’s internal controls are documented, maintained, and followed appropriately
• Adhere to all internal compliance procedures and applicable bank and card brand regulatory requirements
• Credit authority up to $75,000
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience
• Risk mitigation experience preferred
• Merchant services underwriting experience preferred
• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of the acquiring business, including industry trends, business risk factors, and merchant onboarding requirements

Work Location (Required)

• Candidates requiring relocation will not be considered
• Applicants must already be local and able to commute daily.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
• Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and resourceful problem-solver
• Sound judgment with the ability to make real-time decisions

Preferred Skills

• Merchant services underwriting experience

Payarc LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer