Account Officer at SIAO

Job purpose

• We are seeking a young, vibrant, highly skilled and dedicated Account Officer to join our organization.
• As an Account Officer, you will be responsible for managing financial transactions, and payments for our currency brokerage services in the financial industry in Nigeria.
• An integral part of your job will be to maintain excellent relationships with bank account officers and ensure smooth trading operations and payment follow-ups.
• The ideal candidate should have a strong background in finance, exceptional attention to detail, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute and manage financial transactions, including currency conversions, FX trades, and fixed income deals.
• Ensure accuracy and promptness in executing transactions to meet clients' requirements and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with the trading team to ensure seamless execution of currency swaps and provide necessary support for profitable outcomes.
• Monitor payment processes, including tracking and reconciliation of trade-related payments.
• Liaise with banks, and other relevant partiesto resolve any payment-related issues efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with bank account officers to facilitate smooth banking operations.
• Proactively engage with bank representatives for account-related matters, including documentation, transaction approvals, and resolving issues.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies while executing financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and industry regulations, including KYC, AML, and other compliance standards.
• Prepare regular reports on financial transactions, trade activities, and paymentstatuses.
• Provide updates and insights to management, highlighting critical issues and proposing appropriate solutions.
• Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and payments.
• Prepare and organize necessary documentation for audits, compliance checks, and internal reviews.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in the finance industry.
• Proven experience in financial services, preferably in currency brokerage.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, currency conversions, and fixed-income dealing.
• Knowledge of payment processing systems and deal settlement practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, bank officers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ICAN, or CFA required.

Benefits
Highly competitive.