Who are we?Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients' investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.What will you do?This role is responsible to manage operational activities and processes related to bank reconciliations, broker and fee activities, and to perform reconciliations to the market as confirmed by the Investment Management Company whilst managing risk.Key outcomesThe following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by Accountant:Daily management of bank accountProcessing daily investment and disinvestment instructions timeouslyCompile monthly bank reconciliations and cashflow analysis as per procedureMonthly fee reconciliation for broker commissionAdministration fee reconciliations completed timeouslyDaily commission fees run from CompassException reporting and investigation for fee anomaliesMonthly upload of global fees/perform conversionsGeneral queries i.e. negative fees appearing on daily commission filePerforming trail commission reconciliations and liaising with offshore MANCOs for quarterly statementsPerform daily reconciliations for transactions captured on line of business system to those transacted in the market as confirmed by the investment managersIdentify exceptions or differences and liaise with investment managers and internal business teams to resolveReconcile transactions on the investment manager recon and submit to the line manager for sign-offPrepare asset and liability report between client asset and Investment Management Company held by the investment management companiesPrepare stakeholder reports, i.e. Nomco and Board reportsPrepare market switches to clear AVL differencesRequest investment management company statements to reconcileQualifications and experienceDiploma in Accounting / Finance Management or equivalent NQF level 5 (essential)3 - 4 years' experience in reconciliations and finance administration in a LISP environmentIntermediate Microsoft Excel skillsCompetenciesClient FocusCultivates InnovationCollaboratesDrives ResultsBeing ResilientAdhering to Principles and ValuesHighly AnalyticalPlanning and OrganisingFollowing Instructions and ProceduresAttributesPositive, enthusiastic attitudeTeamworkAbility to work under pressureHonesty, integrity and respectSelf-starter and self confidenceWhat will make you successful in this role?Qualification and ExperienceGrade 12 or Diploma with 3 to 4 years related experience.Knowledge and SkillsGeneral Administrative Practices, Risk, debt, MI and budgeting, Logistical and events/meeting co-ordination, Client relationship management.Personal AttributesInterpersonal savvy - Contributing independentlyDecision quality - Contributing independentlyAction orientated - Contributing independentlyOptimises work processes - Contributing independentlyBuild a successful career with usWe're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.Core CompetenciesCultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyBeing resilient - Contributing independentlyTurnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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