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Clerk: Payments 64483

Employer
Unique Personnel Ltd
Location
Northern Cape Northern Cape, Northern Cape South Africa, South Africa
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jul 23, 2021

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Job Role
Accounts Payable
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Mission / ObjectiveEnsure the accurate processing of bulk payments generated by our customer base or internally. Ensure the required controls are followed.Payment files are checked, balanced and ready for submission before the closure of the service daily.Ensure the processing function within the Operations Department is executed accurately and constantly review the process and recommend improvements.Assist with the daily processing of card settlement transactions across the product ranges, including Alliance Partner card products, for ATM, POS transactions through all card processors (MasterCard, VISA and BankservAfrica)Reports toManager: OperationsStands in for:Other Clerks in OperationsImpact on Business ResultsTimeous processing of bulk payment files.Assist with processing of all Card settlement transactions including payments to MasterCard and VISA,daily Responsible for the balancing of all cash deposited atBANKInvestigate all unreconciled cash amounts Adopt a customer centric attitude (internal and external customers)Assist the business suites to ensure efficient banking operations, with an emphasis on bulk payment solutions and to ensure efficient card product operations. Assist in the Operations department, when required, to authorize transactions on core banking, ensuring you understand the transaction.Maintain appropriate record keeping, files, reports and documentation in an assessable location for audit purposes.Ensure follow-up action as and when necessary to ensure the completion of tasks.Ensure all tasks are documented and recorded, with clear explanation on how-to, to ensure business continuity.Perform adhoc work-related duties.Figures Affected by the Role (KPIs)QuantitativeNo operational losses;No penalties from authorities;Non-interest income recovery.No delays in processing the bulk payment file Main ResponsibilitiesPayment ProcessingAccurate and timeous processing of bulk payment and collection files, daily.Process CPS payments for COMPANY customers, timely and accuratelyProcess Payment for Payment Aggregators / Alliance Partners, timely and accuratelyAccurate and timeous processing of card transactions, for ATM and POS transactions, across three card processors.Ensuring funds are reflecting in the control accounts before payments are released.Assist business suites/customers with all bulk payment related queries.Final authorisation of bulk payments.Ensure all bulk payments are processed on the action date defined by the customerEscalate all foreseeable related payment processing issues to management in order to manage this accordingly. Fee Recovery30%Ensure all non interest transaction fees are recovered.Ensure the journals and processed correctly incl. VAT.Policies and Procedures10%Knowledge of the banks internal policies and procedures and foster adherence culture in the department.Knowledge of the industrys rules and regulations in order to: ensure adequate adherence and elimination of potential penalties due to non-adherence;Align the departments policies and procedures according to best practice.Ensure segregation of duties are upheld in the department.System Support10% Proficient use of Enterprise Core Banking System.Proficient use of the bulk payment Systems (CPS).Other Role ElementsJob RequirementsAcademic Knowledge:Grade 12Computer LiteracyWork Experience:Minimum of 3 years banking experience.Skills / Specialized Know How:Understanding of the South African banking industry, preferably Operations and all Payment Streams as governed by SARB;Good interpersonal skills;Proficient in Microsoft Office;Understand exchange rate variances and implications;Ability to foster a co-operative work environment;Competencies:Hands-on approach;Strong character and integrity paramount;Positive attitude;Motivated, ability to work independently and as a team member;High degree of self-confidence, pleasant personality, well presented;Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision;Team player;Flexible when necessary;Able to deal with criticism;Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectivelyAttention to detail and high level of accuracy
Grade 12 Computer Literacy Understanding of the South African banking industry, preferably Strong character and integrity paramount;

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