Systems Analyst

My client based in Constantia, Western Cape is currently looking for a Systems Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis.

• Monitor the overall health and performance of systems on a daily basis.
• Monitor, maintain and improve daily system controls.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of business and market data.
• Engage with business users to identify, source and manage new data integration requirements.
• Test new instrument types and validate end-to-end system integrity.
• Test and recreate system calculations to verify the accuracy and functionality of financial systems.
• Analyse system behaviour and identify potential issues or inconsistencies.
• Implement system configuration changes that affect application views, functionality and behaviour.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors and IT implementation teams to implement system changes and enhancements.
• Perform system configuration changes in line with business requirements.
• Provide technical support to the Investment Management Team and assist with resolving system-related issues.

• Relevant degree or diploma, preferably in Engineering, Accounting, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a technology, systems or financial services environment.
• Exposure to programming, scripting or technical system configuration.
• Experience analysing system behaviour and identifying opportunities to improve IT systems and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and solve complex technical and system-related problems.
• Strong understanding of system functionality, data integrity and system controls.

• Experience with order management or trading systems.
• Experience with unit trust or fund accounting systems.
• Experience in financial data analysis.
• Knowledge of financial/market instruments, including Fixed Income.
• Understanding of investment management processes and financial calculations.
• Exposure to investment management or financial markets environments.

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with complex systems and processes.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong numeracy and mathematical ability.
• Excellent planning, organising and coordination skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with different business divisions and levels of management.
• Attention to detail and a strong focus on data accuracy and system integrity.
• Ability to understand and analyse system behaviour and financial calculations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with business users, vendors and IT implementation teams.
• Process improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Industry-specific knowledge and an interest in financial markets and investment management.

• Business Process Analysis
• Data Migration
• Mapping (data)
• Business systems
• Business support systems