Jessica Paredes is a Vice President at Chatham Financial specializing in derivatives, hedge accounting, and financial risk management. She advises clients on the accounting and reporting implications of foreign currency, interest rate, and commodity hedging strategies, helping organizations effectively manage market risk while complying with complex accounting standards. Jessica partners with treasury, accounting, and finance teams to design and implement hedge accounting solutions that align risk management objectives with financial reporting requirements. Prior to her current role, she was with KPMG’s audit practice, where she served commercial real estate clients, providing her with a strong foundation in the industry’s financial reporting and operational risks.