Reconciliations Officer

Job Overview

This role involves executing accurate and efficient reconciliation processes for complex cash, position, and data transactions. The successful candidate will manage an exceptions queue by conducting in-depth investigations and escalating unresolved queries to ensure that all entries are properly matched and discrepancies promptly addressed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum educational qualification: Matric certificate, Diploma, or Degree.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in operational reconciliations, specifically with knowledge of both local and foreign market operations.
• A solid grasp of the trade lifecycle alongside experience in Trade Support or settlements functions.
• Familiarity with operational and processing environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with systems such as Intellimatch.

Required Competencies

• Practical approach adoption and effective communication of information.
• Attention to detail through comprehensive checking and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to adapt to change, establish rapport, and interact effectively with colleagues.
• Strong task management skills, meeting deadlines, and consistent productive output.
• Demonstrated team collaboration and a positive mindset.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in cash reconciliation and financial record validation.
• Competency in data analysis and administration for thorough data management.
• Risk assessment and mitigation, including root cause analysis techniques.