Settlement and Reconciliation Supervisor

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 Effective design and execution of cash management strategies for client operations, ensuring
all information is true and correct.
 Daily management of cash movement. Liaising with the bank where required.
 Oversee the preparation of daily courier/vault reconciliations and assist in the resolution of
differences as needed.
 Daily supervision of the timely, complete, and accurate reimbursement process and
reconciliations for company activities.
 Effective supervision of the timely, complete, and accurate General Ledger Accounts, daily,
with reconciliations to the General Ledger maintained daily.
 Timely and accurate execution of monthly and quarterly cash count reconciliation and reports
to be dispatched to Management. Ensuring that variances are thoroughly investigated and
resolved, and clients are informed of shortages that are to be deducted.
 Processing Monthly Commissions Payable due, timely distribution of letters and statements.
 Reconciling the main Operating bank account reconciliation and all smaller bank accounts,
including supporting schedules, and ensuring reconciling items are cleared within three
working days.
 Posting of data and journals daily into the Accounting software and approving adjustments/
correcting entries in EFT, including review of EFT reconciliations.
 Following up on collections and ensuring entries and supporting documents are accurate.
 Assisting in the preparation of the monthly Accounting Reconciliation Checklist alongside
the Financial Supervisor.
 Preparing Regulatory Reports.
 Preparing, uploading, and approving General Journals on a timely basis.
 Supervising and supporting the Accounting Clerks with all their duties.
 Assisting with Month End Close off and Management Accounts and assisting with all
Financial Reporting as required by the Finance Team.
 Preparing schedules and files for internal and external audits and timely responses to audit
requests.
 Continuous improvement/ update of policies and procedures for the department.
 Executing special projects.
 Ensuring cross-training with staff and clients as needed, ensuring process flows are well
documented and updated. Ensure all filing and record-keeping are updated.
 Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Accounting Manager deemed necessary to
ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS
 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance and/or at least pursuing ACCA Level III
 Three (3) or more years of working experience in a similar capacity, preferably including
banking or financial services involving cash management.
 Familiarity with using computer-based accounting systems, and Proficiency in MS Office
applications.
 Adaptability to changing accounting and auditing environments, with strong analytical
ability.
 Demonstrable advanced Excel application skills
 Strong sense of confidentiality, discretion, and customer relations.
 High level of maturity and personal initiative.
 Ability to manage conflict, motivate, and inspire staff.
 Effective team communication and general interaction.
 Supervisory skills that will foster effective communication and collaboration.