Internal Control Officer
Gulf Connexions
Kuwait
Ref: GP692-555
Gulf Connexions

The Role


The Role


My client, a leading Islamic Firm is currently seeking to recruit an Internal Control Officer. The purpose of the role is management responsibility for Internal Control Unit which includes:

- Nostro Account reconcilement coordination with Riyadh
- Proofs, audits, controls for various automated and manual products & processes
- Independent deal confirmation for Treasury and deposits and placements
- Coordinate RCSA process for the branch

Responsibilities:
- Responsible to ensure that all independent and departmental functions as defined in the internal manuals, policies, and procedures are performed in time.
- Coordinate the Risk Control Self Assessment (RCSA) process for the branch
- Ensure that all tasks specified in the Internal Control Unit checklists are completed in a timely manner
- Ensure all nostro account exceptions are released in time. Liaise with Riyadh Reconcilement Unit for timely, accurate reconcilement and problem resolution.
- Ensure all KPI sent to management on various outstanding issues
- Escalate material issues affecting reconcilement and verification process to management
- Ensure that confirmations are received and deals confirmed for all Foreign Exchange, deposits and other deals where client confirmations are mandatory
- Ensure all receivable and payable ‘aged’ items are reviewed and monitored for timely liquidation

Requirements


Requirements


- 4 years experience in managing medium size Internal Control Unit
- In-depth knowledge of internal controls, RCSA and compliance functions
- Knowledge of Islamic Products

Skills:

- Excellent performance track records in terms of meeting goals.
- Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal.

About the Company


About the Company


GULF CONNEXIONS is the region's leading specialist banking and finance recruitment consultancy providing a wealth of local and international expertise and in-depth market intelligence for its blue-chip clients and candidates.
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Headquartered in Bahrain in the heart of central business district, Gulf Connexions maintains offices in Dubai ,Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and London fully equipped with state-of-the-art database technologies. Gulf Connexions has a rigorous screening process for all prospective candidates with interviewing facilities available throughout the region.
Gulf Connexions has the most extensive database of experienced and qualified banking candidates available for regional deployment. Gulf Connexions works closely with the region's leading blue chip organizations providing candidates with excellent career path development and unrivaled employment opportunities

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