Check

Risk Analyst

San Francisco, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 3-5 years of experience in risk and fraud investigation or a similar fintech analytics role, demonstrating proficiency in SQL or a willingness to learn it, and experience working at a fast-paced, data-driven tech company. Strong time management, prioritization, and communication skills are also required, along with attention to detail and the ability to manage processes from start to finish.

Responsibilities

The Risk Analyst will own and execute company reviews, payroll monitoring, and related processes, ensuring clear communication across teams, partners, and customers. They will analyze data to identify and act on emerging risk signals for companies and payrolls, build and maintain risk policies and processes, training teammates and partners as needed, and partner with Product & Engineering to improve risk tools, processes, and systems. The role also involves escalating potential fraud incidents, documenting insights, and driving resolutions with cross-functional teams, as well as attending company offsites and events.

Skills

Risk Investigation
Fraud Investigation
Fintech Analytics
Data Analysis
SQL
Risk Management
Process Improvement
Communication
Time Management
Prioritization
Detail-Oriented

Check

Provides embedded payroll services for software platforms

About Check

CheckHQ offers embedded payroll services tailored for software platforms in the fintech sector. Their primary product is a payroll system that can be integrated into existing software, allowing businesses to create and manage their own payroll services. This integration helps platforms like Homebase and Housecall Pro enhance their offerings, leading to increased revenue and improved customer retention. Unlike traditional payroll providers, CheckHQ focuses on partnerships, supplying the necessary back-end technology while the partner platforms handle the customer-facing aspects. This approach enables quicker market entry and scalability, making it easier for platforms to add payroll services without significant upfront investment. The goal of CheckHQ is to empower software platforms to diversify their services and boost customer engagement through effective payroll solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$116.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Home office stipend: $1k stipend for your home office setup, and $100 per month for internet and cell.
PTO & sick leave: Recharge and stay healthy with flexible PTO and sick leave.
Learning budget: Buy books, take classes, and attend conferences with a $2k per year learning budget.
Weekly pay: Every Friday is payday! Just one perk of being your own payroll provider.
Paid family leave: 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents and flexible return-to-work options.
Health benefits: High quality health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

Risks

Increased competition from new entrants may lead to pricing pressures and reduced market share.
Managing payroll across 11,000 jurisdictions risks compliance errors and potential legal penalties.
Reliance on partner platforms means disruptions could directly impact Check's revenue streams.

Differentiation

Check pioneered embedded payroll, allowing platforms to create custom payroll services.
Check's API simplifies payroll across 11,000 U.S. jurisdictions, reducing administrative burdens.
Check partners with leading platforms like Homebase and Bambee, enhancing their payroll offerings.

Upsides

Partnership with Wave expands Check's reach to 300,000 small businesses across the U.S.
Fraud protection tools enhance Check's value proposition for small and medium-sized businesses.
Novo's integration of Check's API highlights the trend of embedded finance, boosting customer retention.

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