πΈπ± Job Vacancies @ Metro – 2 Positions
Metro is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Reporting Analyst
2.) Compliance Officer
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Reporting Analyst
37A Wilkinson RoadΒ Freetown, Sierra Leone.
| Job Title: | Reporting Analyst | Job Category: | |
| Department/Group: | Finance | Job Code/ Req#: | |
| Location: | Freetown | Travel Required: |
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESΒ
TheΒ Reporting Analyst will be responsible for the accurate and timely preparation andΒ submission of regulatory, financial, and operational reports to internal and externalΒ stakeholders. This role plays a vital role in ensuring the companyβs adherence to allΒ reporting requirements set forth by the regulatory bodies. The Reporting Analyst willΒ work closely with various departments across the company, including Finance, CashΒ Operations, Treasury, Human Resources, Risk Management, and Compliance toΒ gather, analyze, and interpret data to ensure the generation of accurate and insightfulΒ reports.
βΒ Compile and analyze data from various sources to prepare financial andΒ operational reports as per the reporting schedule.
βΒ Ensure all reports are accurate, complete, and submitted within the designatedΒ deadlines.
βΒ Adhere to all regulatory reporting requirements set forth by the Bank of SierraΒ Leone (BSL), National Revenue Authority (NRA), National Social Security andΒ Insurance Trust (NASSIT), Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), and otherΒ governing bodies.
βΒ Maintain a comprehensive archive of all reports and ensure easy access forΒ internal and external audit purposes.
βΒ Stay updated on changes to regulatory reporting requirements and inform theΒ management and relevant teams accordingly.
βΒ Draft ad-hoc reports as instructed by the Head of Finance/Compliance or otherΒ senior management.
βΒ Assist with the development and implementation of new reporting processes toΒ improve efficiency and accuracy.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEΒ
βΒ Bachelorβs degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
βΒ Minimum 2 years of working experience in a similar role within the financialΒ services industry.
βΒ Proven experience with financial reporting, data analysis, and regulatoryΒ compliance.
βΒ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
βΒ Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
βΒ Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices (generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting StandardsΒ (IFRS)).
βΒ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interactΒ effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
βΒ Strong ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-pacedΒ environment.
EDUCATIONΒ
βΒ Bachelorβs degree inΒ accounting, Finance, or a related field.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & SKILLSΒ
Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and self-motivated individual with a strongΒ understanding of financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing yourΒ relevant experience and qualifications toΒ [email protected]. Closing date for allΒ applications is on the 8thΒ of May 2024.
2.) Compliance Officer
37A Wilkinson RoadΒ Freetown, Sierra Leone.
| Job Title: | Compliance Officer | Job Category: | |
| Department/Group: | Audit & Compliance | Job Code/ Req#: | |
| Location: | Freetown | Travel Required: |
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESΒ
We are seeking a highly motivated and qualified Compliance Officer to join ourΒ growing team. You will play a critical role in ensuring our adherence to all Anti-MoneyΒ Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations and bestΒ practices.
βΒ Monitor daily cash flows and identify any discrepancies or anomalies.
βΒ Ensure accurate and timely submission of all AML/CFT reports as mandatedΒ by the Bank of Sierra Leone (BSL) and the AML/CFT Act 2012.
βΒ Maintain comprehensive and accurate records as required by regulations.
βΒ Develop and implement programs to educate staff on money laundering risksΒ and mitigation strategies.
βΒ Monitor transactions to identify suspicious activity and file Suspicious ActivityΒ Reports (SARs) as necessary.
βΒ Handle CDD/KYC questionnaires, manage customer onboarding processes,Β and respond to customer inquiries related to compliance.
βΒ Screen customers and transactions against sanctions lists and implementΒ appropriate risk-based controls.
βΒ Oversee the timely resolution of customer complaints related to complianceΒ issues.
βΒ Monitor adherence to relevant regulations including FATCA, EU-GDPR, etc.
βΒ Implement and monitor risk assessments for Metroβs products, services, andΒ customer base.
βΒ Deliver training programs to staff on AML/CFT compliance procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
βΒ Minimum 5 years of proven experience in audit or compliance, preferably withinΒ the financial services industry.
βΒ In-depth understanding of Sierra Leoneβs AML/CFT regulations andΒ international best practices in compliance.
βΒ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborateΒ effectively within a team environment.
EDUCATIONΒ
βΒ Bachelorβs degree inΒ business, Finance, Law, or a related field; a MasterβsΒ degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., Certified Anti-MoneyΒ Laundering Specialist (CAMS)) are a strong plus.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & SKILLSΒ
We are looking for a detail-oriented, results-driven, and highly motivatedΒ Compliance Officer to join our team. If you are passionate about financial crimeΒ prevention and have a strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations, weΒ encourage you to apply!
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing yourΒ relevant experience and qualifications toΒ [email protected]. Closing date for allΒ applications is on the 8thΒ of May 2024.
