Senior Finance Operations Reconciliation Analyst at Fanisi HR Solutions

• Our client is in the business of offering trusted and transparent service on money transfers. Allowing their customers to save money on their international transfers, they are seeking to hire a Senior Finance Operations Reconciliation Analyst who will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of an organization’s financial records, particularly those related to remittance transactions by leading the reconciliation processes and resolving complex discrepancies. 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform complex daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of various financial accounts, such as bank statements, general ledgers, and paying-payout provider invoices.
• Lead investigations into unresolved or unusual transaction discrepancies, identify root causes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Operations, Marketing, Finance) to implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to current reconciliation practices, driving the adoption of automation tools and best practices to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to comprehensive documentation of reconciliation policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal controls and relevant financial regulations.
• Prepare and present detailed reconciliation reports, issue logs, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for management and stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making and highlight key trends.
• Provide guidance and support to junior analysts and act as an escalation point for complex outstanding issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, to gather information, resolve issues, and provide necessary documentation during audits and financial reporting preparation. 

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field is typically required; a Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, FOCP) is a plus.
• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or reconciliation, including some experience in a senior or lead role.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and specialized financial reconciliation software.
• Familiarity with cost management platforms and data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL) is highly valued, especially in a FinOps context.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment