VP- Business Finance - Analysis Governance

1. Generic Accountability

Business Partnering

• Act as a key business partner across CCB & IB on business performance and strategic issues helping to drive the business forward.
• Conduct market research analysis and proactively identify trends and opportunities for business improvement and growth.

Reporting

• Preparation & development of best-in-class MIS reporting which meets the needs of Business Department & Group.
• Assist the SVP Head of Finance Analysis & Governance in providing adequate support to the business CFO by conducting research, data collection, and analysis, presenting findings and suggestions.

Products, Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Provide inputs for implementation of policies, new products, systems, and procedures for the CCB & IB Business Finance team so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service.

2. Specific Accountability

• Research and identify industry best practices and trends to identify inefficiencies and ways to increase effectiveness; synthesize research findings into useful insights and recommendations, and produce reports for senior management.
• Acquire and apply advanced knowledge of the business strategies, products, and processes by means of qualitative or quantitative research methodologies.
• Gather data from various databases and sources, use mixed-method approaches to data analysis, and develop presentations on data findings to support decision making.
• Perform market scanning and research business opportunities and determine good investments through market absorption studies, rate analysis studies, and financial modelling.
• Contribute to writing proposals and presentation creation.
• Develop financial analysis tools to evaluate projects including feasibility analysis, budgeting, variance, and ROI.
• Provide financial support and analysis for strategic business decisions and cost-saving initiatives.
• Generate models and ad hoc financial analysis reports, presentations, and other exhibits as requested.
• Coordinate the timely and accurate reporting & analysis of the results of the business functions' performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted, and strategic planning results to support facilitating decision-making.
• Conduct regular analysis of CCB & IB's financial performance and generate strategic insight and options for Senior Management in Finance and the business.
• Provide key inputs where necessary across Business Management forums; MIS reviews, as well as contribute towards value-added commentary and insight specific to CCB & IB where necessary.
• Conduct assessment of FAB and CCB & IB's performance and strategic direction against appropriate benchmarks and peers.
• Gather research and use relevant market, competitor, and industry information to support and communicate ideas.
• Key business finance contact for all Control & Governance queries, leading discussions as appropriate with both the business as well as relevant enablement functions: Group Finance, Risk, Audit.
• Cultivate strong relationships with senior stakeholders throughout the organization and seek buy-in to the ideas and direction.
• Manage projects driven by new regulatory requirements in International locations to ensure the key criteria of the regulation are met in a sustainable, efficient, and effective manner.
• Ensure compliance and control of specific accounting processes and practices for proposed new product initiatives or product variations.
• Contribute towards the development & rollout of enhanced MIS to support CCB & IB & International.
• Provide input to wider Finance strategy activities and strive to work together effectively on overall regional and global programs.
• Provide insights, inspire & help develop the CCB & IB Business Finance function.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in market research and analysis or management consulting, preferably in the banking sector and financial institutions.
• Tertiary qualifications preferred (e.g., MBA, CFA).
• Self-starter with experience in Consulting, Bank Equity Analysis, and Bank/Bank Market Strategic Analysis desired.
• Strong presentation skills and adept in MS Productivity tools (e.g., MS PowerPoint and MS Excel).
• Technical knowledge of Wholesale & Investment Banking products. Senior level of experience in analysis, strategic planning, banking, and financial markets with ability to interpret key financial metrics and economic indicators.
• Proven ability in liaising & dealing with Business leaders, CFO, Enablement heads, Auditors & external consultants.
• Proven leader with an ability to influence strategic decisions at a senior management level.
• Excellent communication skills with a high degree of personal integrity who can deliver under pressure.
• Commercially-oriented mindset and keen awareness of significant trends in financial markets and banking.
• Ability to use and apply key strategic concepts, models, and tools.

Minimum Experience

• 5-8 years relevant experience from a leading International Financial Institution(s).

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time