Reconciliations Process Improvement Lead at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• Lead the optimization, automation and strategic transformation of GMO reconciliation processes and operational controls.  Drive the identification and delivery of improvement initiatives across the end-to-end value chain to enhance control effectiveness, operational efficiency, automation and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Business Commerce, Finance and Accounting, Generic Management, Banking, Information Studies, Information Technology, Project Management, Analytics

Experience Required

• 8-10 years
• Demonstrated experience working across complex, cross-functional financial services environments, with the ability to engage, influence and collaborate effectively with business, Finance, Operations, IT, risk functions, vendors and senior stakeholders.  
• 8-10 years
• Experience in complex financial services operations, with a proven track record in designing and optimising operational processes, strengthening financial controls and improving operational performance.
• 8-10 years
• Proven experience in identifying operational improvement opportunities, developing business cases, simplifying complex processes, implementing automation and technology-enabled solutions, and driving sustainable improvements across value-chains.
• 8-10 years
• Previous Standard Bank experience is highly desirable. A strong understanding of the Group's finance operating model, systems landscape, enterprise architecture, governance framework, policies, risk and control environment, and organisational processes is highly advantageous.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Generating Ideas
• Interpreting Data
• Producing Output
• Providing Insights
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Business Administration Skills
• Employee Marketing and Communication
• Industry Knowledge
• Operational Planning
• Project Management (Project Management)
• Risk/ Reward Thinking
• Strategic Planning and Reporting