Paul Mates
About Paul Mates
Paul Mates is a Treasury Analyst at REEF Technology in Vancouver, Canada, with extensive experience in financial operations and compliance. He has held various roles in companies such as EY and State Street, where he focused on improving controls and procedures.
Work at REEF
Paul Mates has been serving as a Treasury Analyst at REEF Technology since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's treasury functions, which include cash management, liquidity planning, and financial risk assessment. His position is based in the Vancouver, Canada Area, where he contributes to the financial operations of the organization. His experience in treasury management supports REEF's strategic objectives and financial stability.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining REEF, Paul Mates worked at State Street in various roles. He served as a Senior Business Controls Analyst from 2018 to 2019, where he focused on improving operational controls. He also held positions as an AML & Business Controls Analyst and as a Derivatives Operations Specialist, progressing from Associate 1 to Associate 2. His tenure at State Street included responsibilities such as providing management reports and training staff on internal processes. Additionally, he briefly worked as a Financial Consultant at Robert Half in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Paul Mates holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics & Finance from Waterford Institute of Technology, which he completed from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at The Institute of Banking, where he studied Investments and Securities, earning a Certificate in International Investment Fund Services from 2017 to 2018. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in financial principles and investment strategies.
Professional Development
Throughout his career, Paul Mates has demonstrated a commitment to professional growth. He transitioned to a risk and compliance department at State Street to broaden his knowledge in that area. His efforts to improve controls and procedures at State Street led to increased efficiencies and risk mitigation. He was promoted to Senior Associate due to his performance in the Business Analyst role, reflecting his capabilities in enhancing operational effectiveness.
Internship Experience
Paul gained valuable experience during his internship at EY, where he worked as an Assurance Analyst for five months in 2014. This role allowed him to understand the operations of different businesses, contributing to his overall expertise in financial analysis and compliance. The skills acquired during this internship have been instrumental in shaping his career in finance and treasury management.