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Job Description

The role holder is responsible for processing payments effectively and efficiently within alternate channels and ensures the required Operations contracts, guidelines, policies, and procedures are adhered to. He/she ensures adherence of data integrity and compliance while carrying out the day-to-day duties

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• BAU delivery within set policies, procedures, processes, operating instructions, and standards
• Customer Service Improvement-Enhanced TAT, accuracy in processing and continuous improvement
• Financial Performance improvement, cost reduction and efficiency
• Operational Risk Controls- adherence and minimization

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake accurate alternate channels transaction processing within set policies, procedures, guidelines and operating instructions and within the agreed service level agreements.
• Ensure to collate all alternate channels transactions and related documentation related to the transactions processed between the Bank and the customers involved.
• Carry out processing of alternate channels exception transactions and ensure it is done as per approved Service standards of Operations and escalate where required.
• Monitor and respond to all queries relating to alternate channels received, carry out investigations, and close within set controls and service level agreements.
• Management of claims investigations and perform all related activities to facilitate and keep an up-to-date claims register.
• Compliance to operational risk management framework within the team and facilitate periodic self-assessment on key controls to assess the proper functioning and adequacy of existing controls and highlighting issues discovered.
• Ensure timely submission of daily productivity, balancing of books of all accounts and reconciliations.
• Provide adequate support to stake holders on requests raised that are within alternate unit within service level agreements.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Line Manager from time to time.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Bank Business Divisions
• Bank support Divisions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED FOR THE JOB)

Education

• A University Degree in Finance/ Accounting/Commerce or related field from a recognized University.

Knowledge & Experience

• Two years working experience in Bank operations
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Planning and organization skills
• Interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Knowledge of the bank’s products, services and policies
• Excellent Customer Experience skills

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE (PREFERRED, NOT A REQUIREMENT)

• Analytical thinking
• Decisiveness & Judgement
• Personal Organization
• Meeting customer needs
• Managing relationships
• Self-development
• Adaptability
• Working with others
• Banking Certifications

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Excellent organizational, planning and prioritizing skills, People Management, Problem Solving

 

Accountability: Audit Delivery and Issue Assurance

• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the methodology, by attending training sessions and using knowledge gained during audits, use this proactively in executing audit activities.
•  Deliver assigned by the Audit Manager / Head of Audit work to a high quality and in accordance with the requirements of the Quality Assurance scorecard.
• Assist the Audit Manager with planning and execution of Design Effectiveness and Operating Effectiveness Testing, uniformly applying the methodology and quality standards, focusing the work on key risks, with minimum supervision from the Audit Manager.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key audit contacts on each audit by attending continuous stakeholder meetings. In addition, engage closely with stakeholders during the assignments and encourage open discussion and interaction with business on the risks associated in their environment.
• Engage proactively with Absa Internal Audit colleagues (AIA) during assignments and request technical assistance where required. Technical assistance may be requested for the review of the risks and controls to be tested, audit working papers and audit report.
• Based on knowledge of business areas, provide guidance to other auditors and peers by sharing best practice so that their work meets and sometimes exceeds quality standards.
• Support the Audit Manager in the identification of risks to be tested by participating in planning sessions.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of Absa and the various business areas and use this knowledge to assess risks and controls through identifying, assessing and documenting risks and controls within these processes.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls and document all working papers in high bond for review by the Audit Manager.
• Ensure all audit observations and planned actions are factually agreed with management as soon as they arise and increase the speed of report issuance. Provide suggestions to stakeholder management on how they can address the control issues identified.
• Document all working papers in line with methodology requirements. The working papers must be accurate, reflective of work performed and support conclusions drawn.
• Display professional scepticism, raising and discussing contentious observations with management and provide evidence to support all issues identified.
• On an ongoing basis throughout the audit, discuss and agree the factual accuracy of audit observations with the Audit Manager and Head of Audit.
• Provide feedback to the Audit Manager and audit team with progress and observations raised during the audit by communicating honestly, frequently and effectively. Build and maintain good working relationships with fellow auditors.
• Participate fully and be supportive in all audits by providing assistance to the team where required. Be quick to learn and seek opportunities to share this knowledge with colleagues.
• Continue to update awareness of risk issues and changes across selected business units from interaction with management and provide feedback to the Audit Manager.
• Assist in the induction of new joiners, mentoring less experienced team members.
• Proactively take on additional tasks as requested by the Audit Manager – which may include managing Issue Assurance and production of team management information.
• Perform Issue Assurance testing and documenting of the working papers in accordance with the requirements of the Methodology.

Accountability: Knowledge Management

• Improve technical knowledge through self-learning or training including mandatory Continuous Professional Education requirements.
• Share knowledge with AIA colleagues and peers in the business.
• Develop and enhance learning through seeking coaching, training and continual feedback.
• Coach new joiners and trainees on how to apply the methodology. In addition, to proactively share knowledge of within the team, leading a session at a team meeting.
• Build knowledge of business and culture in business units as assigned by the Audit Manager
• Knowledge of key regulations, including IRA, KYC and AML, Sanctions, for business areas / locations within remit.

Accountability: Reporting

• Prepare audit observations and make sure that they are concise, factually accurate and cover all the significant issues. The observations must be insightful, address the root causes, and have agreed actions that fully mitigate the risk.
• Assist the Audit Manager where required, in the drafting of the audit report in line with methodology requirements and as per the requirements of the Balanced Scorecard.

Accountability: Relationship management

• Develop and maintain relationships with accountable management on each audit.
• Present effectively at stakeholder meetings and forums (e.g. Risk and Governance forums) to share knowledge and information including methodology, standards, changes, and new developments with business stakeholders on an ongoing basis.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree (Commerce, Business Admin)
• CPA (K)

Preferred / Advantage

• CIA or CISA

Knowledge and skills: (Maximum of 6)

• 5 years’ experience in Internal/External audit or commensurate experience in a major financial institution
• 3 years’ experience in Risk Based Auditing or Risk/Control activities.

Education

Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications: Auditing (Required)

Country Team Focal Point:

• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external client inquiries regarding countries assigned.
• Provide country-specific inputs to the WFACS Senior Regional Team Leader (RTL) and Manager to support dialogue with Country Management Units (CMUs) on country coordination.
• Collaborate with Team Task Leaders (TTLs) to address financing and disbursement issues during project preparation and advise CMUs and borrowers on new financial products and loan instruments to resolve disbursement bottlenecks and explore debt service options with the Ministry of Finance (MoF).
• Participate in regular meetings with RTLs, Finance Officers (FOs), Finance Analysts (FNs), Senior Finance Assistants (SFAs) and the Manager to share insights and foster knowledge-sharing across countries.
• Attend country team meetings to advise on initiatives affecting portfolio disbursement issues.

Clearance, Advisory, and Disbursement Support:

• Lead the Country Team (FO, FN, SFA assigned to a country) responsible for supporting task teams during the entire project cycle.
• Review and clear key project documents (Concept Notes, Appraisal Documents, Financing Agreements), providing timely inputs, identifying disbursement issues, and escalating matters requiring management action during project preparation.
• Advise task teams on disbursement-related aspects of loans, credits, grants, and TFs, ensuring alignment with Bank policies and effective project implementation.
• Prepare disbursement and financial information letters (DFIL), loan repayment terms, and amortization schedules; participate in project preparation meetings and negotiations.
• Review and clear project negotiation and board packages in compliance with WFA standards and Bank policies.
• Set up loan financing terms and loan data in the loan system (iLAP) and update disbursement risk ratings for all portfolio projects.
• Conduct disbursement risk assessments and ensure compliance with WFA’s control framework.
• Design and deliver disbursement training in coordination with FNs and TTLs and provide job shadowing to enhance FN’s client service capabilities.
• Conduct quality assurance on FN work and contribute to their performance appraisals.
• Manage complex restructurings and resolve implementation issues requiring coordination with other units (e.g., INT, CMUs, GPs, FM, Procurement).
• Advise on financial terms and disbursement issues at the country level, including managing lapsed loans impacting advances

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a solution provider for advice to internal clients and external on preparation and implementation issues in the assigned countries.
• Partner with Legal, Financial Management and Procurement to provide cohesive approach to engaging with TTLs.
• Appropriately handle other tasks that may be assigned by WFATL’s management.
• Coordinate/lead special project/initiative assigned by the management.

Selection Criteria

Education:

• Recognized professional accounting qualification such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Certificate, Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants (CIPFA) qualification is required.
• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a relevant discipline, is required.
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline – such as business administration, finance, or accounting is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with a financial institution or an accounting firm is a plus. 
• Preferrable: Big Four or equivalent public accounting experience would be advantageous.

Fund Accounting – 50%

• Perform accounting function for client entities, paying particular attention to agreements, contracts and other documents signed by an entity.
• Assist in liaising with the appointed auditors to complete the audit of financial statements and statutory returns.
• Prepare and submit all statutory returns as and when they fall due (quarterly computations & filing; upload returns on Finance portal and arrange for electronic filing
• Quarterly filing of corporate & tax filing etc.
• Filing within prescribed deadline: File audited financial statements & financial summaries with Regulators where applicable.
• Provide assistance to other members of the Team.
• Fund Administration duties including but not limited to corporate functions, the preparation of meetings, drafting of minutes/resolutions, instructing payments, undertaking regulators periodic risk reviews.
• Ensure all transactions pertaining to the management of the clients’ affairs are executed timely and efficiently.
• Conduct closings for closed-end funds / admittance of investors and undertaking customer due diligence
• Provide fund Administration services advisory
• Review and approve all the below listed:
• Funds’ set-up and maintenance thereof
• set-up of compliance rules
• Funds’ assets take-on and take-out
• Funds’ closure
• creation and redemption (and proceeds’ payments thereof) of unit trusts’ units
• securities’ set-up and maintenance thereof
• creation of purchases and sale of investments
• securities impairments subject to other authorizations
• securities settlements
• securities and asset and Funds’ valuations, pricing and price-outs
• reconciliations relating to fund administration services
• corporate actions set-ups and maintenance
• interest runs and adjustments
• tax runs in fund administration system
• Funds’ trail balance runs
• re-pricings and backdates, where applicable
• Fund adjustments and write-offs periods and period re-opening or closures
• Funds distributions (payouts and re-investments)
• prepared reports including clients and regulatory reports

Transaction Processing – 30%

• Prepare Board packs including arranging and attending Board meetings when required (preparation of minutes and follow up on matters arising)
• Prepare / process and review monthly and ad-hoc payment instructions both manually and on internet banking.
• Co-ordinate and resolve all fund-related issues
• Attend to client queries in a timely manner with a high service standard ensuring ownership through to completion.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to clients
• Proactively resolve clients’ issues and escalating as required
• Ensuring that the required information is uploaded and updated on the relevant internal systems in place
• Dealing with enquiries by email and by telephone, supplying information relating to funds’ portfolios
• Processing payment instructions
• Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering procedures
• Ensure compliance with internal systems, procedures and processes
• Any other duties that may from time to time be required which are appropriate to the role and business requirements.

People Management – 10%

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the fund administration team, ensuring adequate training and development of staff.
• Performance Management: Conduct performance reviews and set clear objectives for team members.
• Process Improvement: Implement best practices in fund operations and continuously seek process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Risk Management – 10%

• Risk Control: Identify and mitigate risks associated with fund operations, ensuring robust internal controls are in place.
• Exception Reporting: Investigate and resolve exceptions or discrepancies in fund transactions, working closely with other departments such as IT, risk, and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree & Professional certifications

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• A good appreciation of the overall Asset management and how they impact on the overall business.
• A good knowledge of the banks operating systems, processes, and procedures
• A detailed understanding of Operational risk issues and Policies on Operational risk and information security
• A good knowledge of Absa Kenya products, service standards and customer requirements
• Good Understanding of Asset management
• Good Knowledge of Customer service
• Leadership Capabilities

Education

National Diplomas and Advanced Certificates: Financial Sciences (Required)

Job purpose

• This role is responsible for the oversight and management of money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing risks at Gulf African Bank (GAB). In this regard, the Senior Manager Compliance will deputize as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) of GAB. The position holder is responsible for assisting the MLRO in ensuring the Bank’s compliance with various policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, including Anti Money Laundering laws and regulations.
• The role is also responsible for the overall Compliance oversight in Gulf African Bank, and to co-ordinate the businesses’/departments’ compliance with applicable laws and regulations that apply to their activities and products.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that effective anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) and combating proliferation financing (CPF) framework are in place at Gulf African Bank (Kenya) Limited
• Management and execution of second line monitoring and assessment program for AntiMoney Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Financing/Combating Proliferation Financing (AML/CTF/CPF).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable AML/CFT/CPF laws and regulations and internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure the necessary policies, procedures and controls are in place and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and international standards and best practices applicable to the Banking Industry
• Ensure up to date comprehensive Compliance matrix/grids, based on all the relevant legislations/regulations, to ensure that the Bank and its local subsidiaries comply with all the relevant legislations and regulations.
• Oversight and management of the bank’s Compliance Self-Assessment process including tracking and closure of all identified Compliance issues.
• Support in the improvement of AML/CFT/CPF tools to monitor, analyze, and report suspicious activity.
• Handle file reviews of suspicious activity to ensure compliance with the policies and procedures put in place.
• Identify and inform any changes to legislation and other regulatory requirements relating to AML/CTF/CPF.
• Support in the design, development, and implementation of the bank’s AML/CFT/CPF risk assessment framework.
• Provide relevant compliance reporting to ensure the completion and proper analysis of suspicious activity reports that have been conducted.
• Ensure detailed and prompt investigation of all AML/CTF/CPF incidents and cases.
• Help with identifying any AML/CTF/CPF risks and ensure mitigating controls are put in place.
• Ensure AML/CFT/CPF and general compliance awareness and refresher training are conducted in GAB.
• Involvement in projects as required to ensure AML/CFT/CPF risks have been addressed.
• Provide subject matter expertise to business on matters relating to AML/CFT/CPF.
• Conducting ongoing testing of the Bank compliance with the POCAMLA regulations.
• File suspicious transaction reports with the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC).
• Support the Bank’s departments in audits (internal and external) as a key interface with regulators/auditors on AML/CFT/CPF issues. Proactively engage with examiners, review audit findings, evaluate the business’ corrective action plans to deal with issues highlighted and track corrective action on matters Compliance in GAB.
• Assist the businesses in developing solutions to potential issues involving compliance and regulatory risks;
• To respond to compliance questions and concerns of the staff and advice departments/branches/units and assist in providing solutions to potential issues involving compliance risk.
• Assist in making regular reports for the management, board and regulator.
• To ensure that AML/CFT/CPF regulatory reports, and other Bank regulatory reports are reviewed and submitted on time as per the requirements
• Develop and continuously update the Bank’s Compliance, AML and CFT Policies and
• Procedures in line with the laid down legislation and regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Business, Finance or Compliance related disciplines
• Master of Business Administration or a related field will be an added advantage
• Extensive regulatory knowledge (Local and international AML/CFT/CPF regulations, FATCA, etc.)
• Professional Certification in AML/CFT/CPF e.g. Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or any other Financial Crime Professional certification.

Experience

• Minimum seven (7) years’ working knowledge of the diverse financial products offered by financial institutions, at least five (5) years in a Compliance/Risk function.

Personal attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to establish priorities, plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan
• Strong negotiation skills;
• Good understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, CBK Prudential and Risk Management guidelines
• Ability to understand and interpret financial information and principles
• Exceptional analytical and investigative skills
• Ability to develop, work and lead a team.

Key responsibilities:

• To ensure timely banking of cash & cheques
• To post & allocate payment in customer accounts
• Responsible for interest and Letters of credit analysis, with the provision of relevant
• information and report with a focus on cost efficiency.
• Follow up on bank transactions and ensure tasks/ instructions are completed on
• schedule.
• Monthly provision of interest expenses
• Posting of financial charges
• Any other work that may be assigned by the management

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/ Finance or any other relevant degree
• Qualifications as an added advantage:   CPA (K)
• Professional registration: ICPAK

Experience required:

• General work experience (years):  3 Years
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years):  2 Years
• Industry: Manufacturing

Key competencies and skills:

• Analytical skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Effective communication skills

Language requirements:

• English
• Kiswahili

Computer literacy:

• Microsoft Office packages
• ERP systems

Personality profile:

• Positive
• Employee-centric
• Fast-paced and prompt
• Achievement oriented
• Energetic and Enthusiastic
• Self-motivated
• Focused
• High level of integrity

Job Description

To grow and retain client relationships as per allocated segment/sector portfolio (e.g., Commercial Banking, Agribusiness, Public Sector; and Africa China Banking). To execute on the segment/sector offering, related toolbox(es), initiatives and activities aimed at optimising both client experience and profitability for the bank.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Finance and Accounting

Experience Required
Relationship Banking (Client Coverage)

• Business & Commercial Banking
• 5-7 years
• Relationship management experience as a Business Banker or Relationship Manager.
• Experience in dealing with customers at all levels.
• Significant product knowledge including specialised products and financial structures.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control and client financial analysis.
• Experience in preparing and motivating Credit applications is essential.

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and analytical Director of Finance to join our dynamic team in Nairobi, Kenya. As a key member of our executive leadership, you will play a crucial role in shaping our financial strategy and driving our organization's growth.

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support the company's short-term and long-term objectives
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, providing financial insights to guide strategic decision-making
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, tax, and financial reporting functions
• Analyze financial data and market trends to identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting standards
• Manage relationships with banks, investors, auditors, and other financial stakeholders
• Implement and maintain robust financial systems and controls to safeguard company assets
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with other department heads to align financial objectives with overall business goals
• Present financial reports and recommendations to the board of directors and senior management

Qualifications

• Proven track record with 8-10 years of experience as a Director of Finance or in a similar senior financial leadership role
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles, and best practices, with a focus on international operations
• Strong understanding of Kenyan financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and advanced financial management software
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a diverse finance team
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of effectively collaborating with stakeholders at all levels
• Analytical mindset with a strategic approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred
• Fluency in English or other local languages is a plus

Role & Responsibilities: 

• The IO’s work will involve the implementation of advisory mandates of a variety of types, including business development, interactions with clients, supervising consultant hiring, preparing and delivering presentations, overseeing technical and legal due diligence, and undertaking/supervising financial modeling, develop transaction options structuring, support the drafting of bidding documents and the management of the bidding processes, interacting with investors and participation in negotiations, as appropriate. Duties will include, but will not be limited to:  
• Contribute to origination and marketing activities across the Eastern Africa region (EA), managing marketing activity in assigned countries/strategic areas, including collaborating with other WBG teams to identify opportunities based on country strategies and market creation potential; 
• Develop new client relationships and project leads in EA; 
• Understand the legal and regulatory impediments for private sector participation in EA infrastructure sectors and work closely with the other parts of the WBG to overcome these; 
• If appropriate, undertake project scoping to assess potential projects’ feasibility, and lead on the origination and marketing activities, e.g. supervision of proposal preparation, mandate negotiation with clients, etc.; 
• Prepare/review memos and documentation for internal approval and consultant procurement processes, as well as managing project budget; 
• Lead the day-to-day management of project teams working on sell-side PPP mandates, including the management of legal, technical, environmental, etc. consultants and review legal and technical outputs, reports and other analysis/recommendations;  
• Develop transaction structure options for PPP projects, provide innovative solutions and present recommendations to IFC management and clients; 
• Participate/lead meetings with government clients and investors; 
• Organize and manage the tendering process of projects, including marketing of projects, electing prequalification criteria and other transaction parameters, requests for qualification, project award and negotiation of project agreements leading to closing deals; 
• Develop, coach, motivate and manage junior members of the team; 
• As appropriate, participate in the development and implementation of upstream activities in line with IFC 3.0 to create, deepen and expand markets with the regional and global team from across IFC and the WBG; 
• As appropriate, work closely with EA Hub Lead and EA TL group on sub-regional strategy, origination activities, and HR/staffing related matters; 
• Potential support/intervention on Corporate Finance related mandates, both in terms of origination as well as execution; 
• As appropriate, coordinate with different WBG groups to assess opportunities for PPPs in the WBG operations;  
• Assist in other projects or strategy related activities as the need may arise. 

Selection Criteria

• MBA or equivalent Post Graduate degree in business, finance or economics; 
• Solid and relevant experience of at least 7-10 years gained either in project finance, corporate finance, M&A and privatizations, or private equity funds in infrastructure; 
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience of sell-side PPP advisory is considered a plus; 
• Knowledge of overall infrastructure sector trends and experience in infrastructure transactions/PPPs preferably in Africa, with a proven track record; 
• Business development and client relationship skills, track record and ability to focus on clients’ needs effectively; 
• Strong track record of contractual and/or deal closings of infrastructure transactions; 
• Strong existing relationships with government officials, project developers, and investors and experience in dealing with all these multiple stakeholders of infrastructure projects. Such relationships in the infrastructure space in Africa is preferred; 
• Ability to manage teams in multiple transactions, delivering high quality work within deadlines, and to meet team objectives; 
• Strong analytical and financial modeling/structuring skills and demonstrated ability to: 
• Lead a variety of transaction advisory, including debt and equity transactions; 
• Independently develop financial models and sound financial analysis to support structuring options, proactively addressing and resolving client challenges with a solution-focused approach; 
• Structure/restructure transactions to ensure prudent and sustainable risk sharing among all parties. 
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently (written and oral); 
• Proven experience building productive relationships and fostering open communication across diverse teams and organizations to share knowledge and resources. 
• Ability to operate in large, culturally diverse and geographically dispersed teams; 
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high quality work within deadlines to meet team objectives; 
• Strong commitment to project success, delivering high quality work. 
• Willingness and ability to travel on short notice and frequently, as required; and 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, and French [preferred]. 

JOB PURPOSE  

• To source and transform data into information as input into effective credit portfolio insights and analytics for multiple products/segments for the credit lifecycle for scored lending (e.g. originations, account management, collections). 
• To automate relevant production reports to improve the reporting, data extraction and information preparation processes. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITES 

Business Requirements  

• Sources appropriate data and prepares meaningful and accurate management information (MIS) for allocated portfolios to support Business, Operational, Credit and Finance Reporting. 
• Collects and collates the appropriate data for report generation. 
• Conducts in-depth analysis of user needs and prepares the appropriate reporting where required (based on urgency and priority) 
• Executes all new reporting requirements. 
• Provides the necessary big data where required based on business requirements. 

Data Transformation and Reporting  

• Validates data accuracy by performing standard reconciliation – remediates any data discrepancies or escalates for assistance where required. 
• Optimises current reporting processes and provides input into the development of reporting processes to meet timelines. 
• Automates relevant production reports to improve the reporting, data extraction and information preparation processes through using appropriate scheduling toolsets. 

Reporting and Analytics process  

• Extracts, stores, manipulates, processes, analyses and provides information for standardised and bespoke reporting. 
• Continuously monitors and tests processes and data to detect errors in order to improve reporting efficiencies. 
• Interprets data into information following collation of large sources of disparate data. 
• Writes SAS/SQL coding in line with reporting requirements and as far as possible implements automated scheduling. 
• Adheres to timelines for new and existing reporting requirements. 
• Stays abreast of all changes of how the Customer Decision Engine (CDE) works to qualify and non-qualify customers for lending limits. 

Trend Analysis  

• Analyses portfolio trends and any changes thereof followed by a detailed investigation to determine the root cause extracts the relevant account level data as input into portfolio reporting. 
• Identifies and highlights data quality issues that affect the accuracy of insights and analytics. 
• Keeps up to date with insights and analytics best practice to ensure new and improved designs and products provide improved value to stakeholders. 
• Identifies and reports any portfolio risk appetite breaches across the countries. Prepares reports on ROE portfolio performance for the countries. 
• Reconciles all the daily/weekly/monthly reporting outputs and resolves any issues identified (such as operational issues). 

Governance  

• Adheres to approved toolsets when setting up portfolio management reports. 
• Adheres to data governance principles as prescribed by the Enterprise Data Office (EDO). 

Knowledge sharing  

• Upskills business teams on principles of data extraction, transformation and visualisation. 
• Shares knowledge and information on data coding with the Country and Head Office Teams. 
• Tracks usage of measurement tools created. 

Stakeholder Management  

• Proactively communicates the progress of delivery of reporting requirements, where necessary. 
• Discusses and negotiates timelines on reporting requirements (as it pertains to data) whilst ensuring regular standardised monthly requirements are still delivered (i.e. data extraction, manipulation and visualisation) and seeks line management approval where required if SLA’s could be breached. 
• Manages and resolves escalated queries regarding data anomalies that are detected that impacts accuracy of reporting. 

Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Experience Required
Credit Risk

Risk & Corporate Affairs

1-2 years  

• Comprehend the contingencies that may occur under exceptional conditions particular pertaining to assets of large cooperate organsitions. Customer interaction contribute to the understanding amongst Branch Business Support, the turnaround times that will influence and initiate improvement. 

3-4 years  

• Knowledge of the Bank's systems, policies and procedures in order to optimally draw on available information to manage and control the post-credit granting process. Experience in credit data analytics within a personal and business banking environment with specific focus on the credit life cycle. Experience in (preferably credit) data exploitation and business intelligence development and implementation. Experience in the extraction, transformation and visualisation of data using bank approved toolsets e.g. SAS / SQL / Python / Qliksense. 

5-7 years  

• experience pertaining to credit risk management, understanding the Bank's products and facilities and where risks lay in these facilities. Strong knowledge of various legislative requirements, including registration processes. 

Additional Information 

Behavioral Competencies:  

• Articulating Information 
• Examining Information 
• Exploring Possibilities 
• Generating Ideas 
• Interpreting Data 

Technical Competencies:  

• Banking Process & Procedures 
• Compliance 
• Creative Problem Solving 
• Product and Services Knowledge 
• Product Related Systems (Consumer Banking) 
• Risk Identification 
• Risk Management

JOB SUMMARY

• Functions as the property’s strategic financial business leader. The position champions, develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees. The position provides the financial expertise to enable the successful implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while maximizing the return on investment. In addition, creates and executes a business plan that is aligned with the property and brand’s business strategy and focuses on the execution of financial and accounting activities and the delivery of desirable financial results.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; 2 years experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area.

OR

• Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Engaging in Strategic Planning and Decision Making

• Analyzes financial data and market trends.
• Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans.
• Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales.
• Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.
• Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning.
• Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans
• Protects and strengthens our competitive advantage by advocating and supporting sound business and financial decision making.
• Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability.
• Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks.

Leading Accounting Teams 

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Communicates the strategic goals, the focus and the owner priorities to subordinates in a clear and precise manner.
• Provides excellent leadership by assigning team members and other departments managers' clear accountability backed by appropriate authority.
• Holds staff accountable for successful performance.

Developing and Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

• Supports property strategy from a finance and accounting perspective
• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
• Ensures Profits and Losses are documented accurately.
• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Ensures appropriate corrections are made to audit results if necessary.
• Reviews audit issues to ensure accuracy.

Managing Projects and Policies 

• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.
• Generates and providing accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Ensures compliance with standard and local operating procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
• Oversees internal, external and regulatory audit processes.
• Ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensures that the P&L is accurate (e.g., costs are properly matched to revenue, costs are recorded in the proper accounts).

Anticipating and Delivering on the Needs of Key Stakeholders

• Understands and meets the needs of key stakeholders (owners, corporate, guests, etc.).
• Understands the owners' perspective and ROI expectations.
• Anticipates and addresses owner needs and involves ownership in key decisions.
• Leverages strong functional leadership and communication skills to influence the executive team, the property's strategies and to lead own team.
• Advises the GM and executive committee on existing and evolving operating/financial issues.
• Facilitates critique meetings to review information with management team.
• Attends owners meetings in order to provide context and explanation for financial results.
• Attends meetings and communicates with the owners, understanding the priorities and strategic focus.
• Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the needs of all key stakeholders.
• Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Ensures team members are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
• Ensures new hires participate in the department’s orientation program.
• Ensures new hires receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
• Creates appropriate development plans which develop team members based on their individual strengths, development needs, career aspirations and abilities.

Credit Control Responsibilities:

• Credit Management: Oversee and manage the company’s credit control processes, ensuring timely collections from partners and clients (banks, insurance companies, etc.).
• Accounts Receivable Monitoring: Regularly monitor accounts receivable to ensure all dues are paid in a timely manner and within credit terms.
• Credit Risk Assessment: Assess the creditworthiness of clients and partners, setting appropriate credit limits.
• Collections Process: Design, implement, and optimize processes for the collection of overdue accounts while maintaining a strong relationship with business partners.
• Debt Recovery: Initiate appropriate actions for overdue debts, including liaison with external debt recovery agencies where necessary.
• Reporting: Prepare and present monthly credit control reports to senior management, detailing outstanding debts, credit risks, and collection performance Reporting.
• Cash Flow Management: Contribute to cash flow forecasting by accurately projecting collections.

Business Analysis Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data and trends related to credit control and cash flow, providing actionable insights for decision-making.
• Cost Analysis & Control: Perform cost analysis, identifying areas for cost reduction and profitability improvement across the business.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, forecast, and variance analysis, ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to credit control, cash management, and overall business performance.
• Business Process Improvements: Evaluate and recommend process improvements for credit control and financial operations, aiming to enhance operational efficiency.
• Reporting & Presentation: Compile and present detailed business performance reports to senior management, summarizing key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
• Internal Collaboration: Work closely with the Finance Manager, business units, and the wider finance team to support business objectives.
• Cross-functional Teams: Engage with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, etc.) to align credit control efforts with business development and growth strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA are preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in a finance or credit control role, ideally in a bancassurance, financial services, or insurance industry.
• Proven experience in credit risk assessment and management.
• Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and credit control software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.

Duties

• Maintain financial records for project or other office accounts for which responsibility is assigned.
• Record receipts and payments, assure accuracy of computation and completeness of documents and maintain continuing status of allotments against obligations.
• Prepare recurring reports on assigned accounts, noting problems resulting from excess cost or less-than-expected receipts.
• Prepare special reports to clarify problems or as requested for other reasons.
• Calculate and compile cost estimates and projected budget requirements and assist in preparation of budget statements for area of assignment.
• Prepare routine correspondence and maintain contracts with others to discuss matters concerning accounts and related assignments.
• Maintain contacts with local banks to clarify questions pertaining to office bank accounts.
• Brief and assist new staff on basic financial procedures and requirements with respect to payments, entitlements, banking and currency provisions and other requirements relating to accounts and finance.
• Initiate correspondence to verify data, answer queries and obtain additional information on accounts and financial transactions, as required.
• Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
• Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience

• For G5 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures operational sales effectiveness by establishing relationships with vendors and coordinating everyday interactions, queries and general information sharing with them.
• Provides quotes for clients either from direct requests or on behalf of the sales team.
• Influences the price and margin, by suggesting different products dependent on lead times, promotions, alternative suppliers and programs.
• Provides support capacity required to administer aspects of the purchase order process by generating, distributing and administrating purchase orders.
• Checks the quotes against raised order to ensure that what has been ordered has been quoted and that the correct terms and conditions have been applied.
• Checks information on the most current vendor pricing conjunction with commercial colleagues and ensure access to vendor pricing.
• Supports capacity provided on general sales related documentation through receiving, labelling, sorting, filing and distributing as is required.
• Captures data and maintains systems as is required by the sales process and sales team.
• Provides administrative support to the sales force when it is required.
• Uses the systems and data to produce reports when necessary.
• May be required to identify and recommend improvements to sales administration processes.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to work in a high paced environment.
• Solid analytical skills.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Must be service oriented and have a positive attitude to work.
• Skilled knowledge and understanding of sales processes, tools and methodologies would be advantageous.
• Able to work in a team and independently, applying a proactive approach to work processes.
• Ability to use judgement to make decisions about work process and apply improvements.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, BCom, Management, or a related field

Required Experience:

• A part qualification either CPA Part 2 or ACCA Level 2 is an added advantage.
• Minimum of two [2] years of progressive experience in finance or similar roles.
• In-depth understanding of Sales operations processes and contract management
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Diplomatic, with strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of political sensitivity.
• Strong English skills and local language fluency required.
• Exceptional communication and representational skills