Operations Analyst

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

An internationally focused investment firm specialising in trade receivables financing across emerging markets is seeking an Operations Analyst to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional who enjoys working with financial data operational processes and portfolio monitoring within a dynamic investment environment. The role offers exposure to global markets while contributing to initiatives that support SME growth and financial inclusion.

What you will be doing:

Provide accurate and timely operational and financial information to the Investment team
Maintain and organise client information within structured cloud-based systems
Set up and process disbursements including verification of transaction information and obtaining payment authorisation
Reconcile interest income calculate charges and refunds and prepare invoices
Monitor and follow up on outstanding interest payments
Track portfolio performance against agreed KPIs covenants and loan agreements
Review and process security documentation related to counterparties in the portfolio
Identify potential operational risks and escalate appropriately
Support and adhere to internal compliance procedures and training requirements
Assist with ad-hoc operational and administrative tasks as required

What we are looking for:

Degree in Finance Accounting or Economics
Strong Microsoft Excel skills (essential)
Good working knowledge of MS Office including Word and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Previous experience in an operations or finance analyst role (advantageous)
Exposure to asset-based lending factoring or structured finance environments (beneficial)
Understanding of financial statements and financial analysis (beneficial)
Interest in impact investing or emerging markets

Benefits and unique aspects:

Exposure to international markets and structured finance transactions
Opportunity to work within a highly entrepreneurial and globally connected investment environment
Direct collaboration with senior leadership and investment professionals
Join a small agile team where initiative and ideas are valued
Be part of a business contributing to financial inclusion and economic growth in emerging markets

If you havent heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. Wed still love to stay connected so please keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

Required Experience:

Job DescriptionAn internationally focused investment firm specialising in trade receivables financing across emerging markets is seeking an Operations Analyst to join their growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional who enjoys working with financial data op...

Job Description

What you will be doing:

Provide accurate and timely operational and financial information to the Investment team
Maintain and organise client information within structured cloud-based systems
Set up and process disbursements including verification of transaction information and obtaining payment authorisation
Reconcile interest income calculate charges and refunds and prepare invoices
Monitor and follow up on outstanding interest payments
Track portfolio performance against agreed KPIs covenants and loan agreements
Review and process security documentation related to counterparties in the portfolio
Identify potential operational risks and escalate appropriately
Support and adhere to internal compliance procedures and training requirements
Assist with ad-hoc operational and administrative tasks as required

What we are looking for:

Degree in Finance Accounting or Economics
Strong Microsoft Excel skills (essential)
Good working knowledge of MS Office including Word and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Previous experience in an operations or finance analyst role (advantageous)
Exposure to asset-based lending factoring or structured finance environments (beneficial)
Understanding of financial statements and financial analysis (beneficial)
Interest in impact investing or emerging markets

Benefits and unique aspects:

Exposure to international markets and structured finance transactions
Opportunity to work within a highly entrepreneurial and globally connected investment environment
Direct collaboration with senior leadership and investment professionals
Join a small agile team where initiative and ideas are valued
Be part of a business contributing to financial inclusion and economic growth in emerging markets

Required Experience: