Ensure that all Foreign Exchange Transactions conducted at Albaraka Bank Limited as an Authorised Dealer in Foreign Exchange are done in compliance with all aspects of the Exchange Control Rulings & Regulations as issued by FINSURV (Financial Surveillance Department) of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).<\/p>\n
Job Description
\nMAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB INCLUDE:<\/p>\n
Risk<\/p>\n
\tEnsures risk compliance in respect of regulatory and statutory requirements.
\n\tEnsures all foreign exchange transactions processed comply with SARB’s Rulings & Regulations in line with relevant governance, controls and compliance requirements.<\/p>\n
Foreign Exchange Manuals<\/p>\n
\tEnsures Retail Foreign Exchange manuals are updated as and when required, per requests by Auditors, per department’s business requirements and when the SARB amends \/ deletes\/ adds any limits and provisions, whereafter same are annually submitted to Executive Committee (EXCO) for approval\/ noting.
\n\tEnsures latest updated Foreign Exchange manual is available on the intranet for all staff to view.
\n\tKeeps abreast of changes in transaction environment and communicate same accordingly.<\/p>\n
Reports<\/p>\n
\tEnsures daily submission of the Balance of Payments (BOP) reports to SARB.
\n\tCompiles daily, the Reconciliation Module report for SARB ‘s viewing during off-site and \/ or on-site inspections conducted by latter.
\n\tPrepares monthly, the Exchange Control: Retail Executive Committee (EXCO) report and submits same to General Manager Operations for finalisation.<\/p>\n
Exchange Control Rulings<\/p>\n
\tEnsures new Circulars, Advices & any corresponding amended Rulings, received from FINSURV at the SARB are timeously communicated to relevant staff and subsequently updated on the intranet
\n\tKeeps abreast of changes in the Exchange Control Rulings & Regulations and ensures timeous deliverance to the necessary parties of these changes in order for them to be executed correctly.
\n\tTransmits required Regulatory data to the SARB as stipulated by them on a daily basis.
\n\tVets all supporting documentation required in respect of Imports & Exports and for all other ad-hoc open payments requested as permitted per the Exchange Control Rulings.
\n\tPrepares and submits Exchange Control Applications to the FINSURV at the SARB for approval, should a transaction fall outside the ambit and scope of the Exchange Control Rulings.<\/p>\n
Staff Management<\/p>\n
\tProvides advice, where required, to staff in respect of Exchange Control matters.
\n\tEnsures Foreign Exchange transactions undertaken comply with Exchange Control requirements.
\n\tAssists staff with Exchange control related queries.
\n\tCollaborates with HR department with regards to recruiting, conducting interviews and making the final decision on the appropriate candidate for a vacancy in the Retail Foreign Exchange branch network.
\n\tProvides for recognition of staff members as per the recognition policy.
\n\tCreates openness of communication on development within the Bank as per Management and Committee meetings.<\/p>\n
Client & Branch Engagement<\/p>\n
\tProvides regular and timely feedback to clients and branches regarding the status of pending Exchange Control applications and related matters.
\n\tActs as a point of escalation for Exchange Control\u2013related queries from branches and internal stakeholders.<\/p>\n
Process Improvement & Innovation<\/p>\n
\tDrives innovation within the Exchange Control function by actively engaging in automation and digitalisation initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
\n\tIdentifies opportunities for process optimisation and contributes to the implementation of technology-enabled solutions within the department.<\/p>\n
Projects & Cross-Functional Support<\/p>\n
\tProvides Exchange Control subject matter expertise and support on internal projects involving foreign exchange and regulatory compliance.<\/p>\n
Job Requirements
\nQUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n
\tA B. Com degree or Relevant Qualification in Banking or NQF6 qualification will be required in order to meet the requirements of the role at \u00a0the highest level of competence. The incumbent must also be Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) compliant<\/p>\n
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
\tA minimum of- 5 – 7 years in an Exchange Control environment, preferably with at least 2 – 3 years\u00a0 in a management capacity<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE<\/p>\n
\t\u00a0Understanding of the Exchange Control Rulings & Regulations as laid down by the SARB
\n\t\u00a0Banking systems
\n\t\u00a0Reconciliation Module
\n\t\u00a0SARB IVS SYSTEM
\n\t\u00a0Microsoft Office
\n\t\u00a0Banks policies and procedures<\/p>\n
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