Business Analyst: Group Financial Reporting: Glacier Tygervalley (JG12/13) at Sanlam Group

What will you do?

• Responsible for specialist feasibility analysis, evaluations or business projects and advises on the optimisation of resources and profitability of projects or resources.  Conducts special studies and prepares recommendations for policy, procedure, control or action. Analyses information to determine present and future performance. Evaluates plans, operating records and any other related material. Makes recommendations to management regarding opportunities, progress and improvement strategies. May research and prepare reports on related subjects. 

What will make you successful in this role?

Business analysis:

• Document business requirements specifications, through the gathering of feedback and information to inform analysis and to resolve process and workflow issues.
• Prepare a gap analysis between existing Group and departmental procedures and workflows, where applicable.
• Make recommendations to refine/improve processes and increase efficiency.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business to perform the business analysis capability (Incl. technology and systems).

Automation and process responsibility:

• Participate in multiple projects to automate/optimise processes within group financial reporting. 
• Developing, executing, reporting on, and monitoring of project plans.
• Research and propose technology/vendor solutions to meet business requirements.
• Assist with test implementation, proof of concepts to ensure solution/design meets business requirements.
• Documenting guidelines, processes, and procedures where appropriate.
• Facilitate and participate in workshops and/or End user training sessions to demonstrate new solutions, processes, and automation capabilities.
• Ensure that procedures adhere to Sanlam compliance and audit requirements, whilst maintain data and record integrity. 
• Build analytical tools/techniques/dashboards to extract/present valuable insights from data to inform strategic decisions,
• Build AI capabilities for Group Finance

Other functions:

• Collaborate with other group functions – tax, internal audit, actuarial and compliance

Preparation and coordinating of reports in respect of the interim and annual reporting periods (not limited to annual financial statements only):

• Sanlam Limited
• Sanlam Life Insurance Limited group and company
• Sanlam Group
• Updating of various group reporting timetables and key deliverables in the selected tool (e.g. Asana)
• Audit liaison during interim and year end reporting periods where required
• Workshop process and system changes to all stakeholders in preparation for critical reporting periods
• All other ad hoc tasks that may be required from time to time

Qualification and Experience

• Qualified accountant (CA (SA)) or Actuary or Degree in Data Science, or related
• Supplementary qualification/course in IT, Business Analytics or any related field will be beneficial
• 5 years minimum experience in a project/technology environment
• Similar relevant experience in the insurance/financial services industry, especially group finance function 
• 3+ years' experience specifically in using Sanlam’s financial reporting systems (SAP/Hyperion Financial Management) will be to your advantage
• Up to date on, or proficient in the use of modern technology, emerging trends or systems and digital solutions to address current and emerging challenges

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong computing, data management, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of applying Business Analysis and documentation skills within a pressurized environment
• Strong Microsoft 365 application skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Ability to research issues at a detailed level and having enthusiasm for tackling complex issues
• Planning and organisational skills: Organises and schedules events, activities, and resources. Sets up and monitors timescales and plans
• Good interpersonal skills:  Building and maintaining relationships. Interacts with others in a sensitive and effective way. 
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in English

Behavioral Competencies

• Passionate and enthusiastic about excellence
• Accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Quality orientated:  Shows awareness of goals and standards. Follows through to ensure that quality and productivity standards are met
• Respects and works well with others.
• Strategic orientated:  Demonstrates a broad-based view of issues, events and activities and a perception of their long-term impact or wider implications
• Innovative Thinking:  Creates new and imaginative approaches to work-related issues
• Stress Tolerance – deliver well under pressure
• Problem-solving and analytical Thinking:  Makes systematic and rational judgements based on relevant information