About the position
Ready to grow your career in systems implementation? We're looking for a tech-savvy professional who combines strong technical integration skills with proactive client communication and a passion for technology in Pretoria East.
As the Technical Analyst: Connectivity, you'll assist in integrating and onboarding the cash visibility module for new clients, while ensuring all data connections for Payments, FX Rates, FX Trades, Interest Rates, and other treasury activities are implemented.
This role involves coordinating with clients, banks, and internal teams to ensure accurate, secure, and consistent data transmission via channels like SFTP, SWIFT, and API.
Your technical expertise, project coordination, and strong communication skills will be key to your success.
Responsibilities (Summarised - Details available on request):
- Connectivity Setup
- Assist clients in establishing connectivity with banks, third parties, and the TMS system for automated data exchange, ensuring all bank accounts are correctly integrated.
- Manage various data transmission mechanisms (SFTP, SWIFT, API) and collaborate with internal teams to ensure technical readiness, aligning with project scope and timelines.
- Project Coordination and Tracking
- Track tasks and project updates in Smartsheet, ensuring accuracy and clarity, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in meetings to report progress and next steps.
- Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the key contact between clients, banks, and internal stakeholders, proactively addressing issues, escalating risks, and contributing to process improvements for better client experience.
- Reporting and Documentation
- Ensure proper documentation storage on the shared drive, provide project status for billing, assist with monthly reporting, and contribute to ad-hoc connectivity projects.
- Treasury and Implementation Processes
- Maintain a broad understanding of Treasury processes (Cash Management, FX, Payments, Liquidity) and how they interact with system connectivity
- Process Enhancements and Compliance
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, identify opportunities to improve onboarding and connectivity, and adhere to the company's policies and compliance procedures (POPIA, etc.).
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- At least 2 years of experience in technical integration, banking connectivity or treasury environment
- Experience working with Treasury Management Systems, financial institutions or payment platforms will be advantageous
- Familiarity with data security and compliance frameworks (e.g. POPIA, etc.)
- Exposure to XML, CVS, SWIFT or similar file formats will be beneficial
Work Environment
- The role is primarily office-based, with moderate noise levels
- Occasional travel to client offices or bank meetings may be required
- Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Working knowledge of system integration protocols (SFTP, SWIFT, API)
- A general understanding of finance and treasury processes
- Familiarity with project management principles
The proposed salary for the role is apx R300k p/annum. The offer will be market related in line with qualifications and experience.
Desired Skills:
- connectivity
- sftp
- swift
- api
- data exchange
- treasury
- fx
