Manager, IT Risk, Compliance & Finance Application
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Company Details
Industry:
Banking
Website:
http://www.dib.ae/
Description:
DIB Bank Kenya Limited (DIBBKE), is a fully owned subsidiary of Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC (AE) – a pioneering institution that has combined the best of traditional, Shariah values with technology and innovation that characterize the best of modern banking. Incorporated in 2014 and backed by its age-o…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Telecommunications
Job Description
Job Purpose
- To manage IT risk and compliance monitoring systems and provide technical support for finance applications (e.g., ERP, General Ledger, expense management). The role ensures that IT systems supporting risk, compliance, and finance functions are secure, reliable, and aligned with regulatory requirements, while driving automation and efficiency in risk and finance processes.
Key Responsibilities
IT Risk & Compliance Systems
- Manage IT systems that support risk management, compliance monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
- Monitor IT risk dashboards, system alerts, and compliance-related configurations.
- Ensure alignment with CBK ICT Guidelines, Data Protection Act 2019, and ISO 27001 standards.
- Support audits by providing system evidence, logs, and reports.
Finance Applications Support
- Provide day-to-day IT support for ERP/finance systems, including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, and expense management.
- Troubleshoot incidents, resolve system errors, and manage user requests.
- Manage configurations, parameterization, and upgrades for finance applications.
- Ensure integrations between finance systems, core banking, and other enterprise systems run smoothly.
Change & Release Management
- Coordinate system upgrades, patches, and releases for finance and compliance applications.
- Oversee SIT/UAT testing and ensure proper documentation of system changes.
- Work with vendors and internal IT teams to manage release schedules and defect resolution.
Risk, Compliance & Security
- Ensure finance applications and compliance systems meet internal IT security standards.
- Implement role-based access controls, audit logs, and segregation of duties.
- Collaborate with IT Risk and Audit teams to address vulnerabilities and ensure system compliance.
- Support risk assessments of finance and compliance applications.
Business Support & Collaboration
- Act as IT liaison for Finance, Risk, and Compliance teams.
- Translate business/regulatory requirements into IT system solutions.
- Provide training and guidance to users of risk and finance applications.
- Participate in projects involving automation of finance and compliance processes.
Continuous Improvement
- Monitor performance and capacity of finance and compliance systems.
- Identify opportunities to automate risk reporting, reconciliations, and finance processes.
- Evaluate new technologies (e.g., AI-driven risk monitoring, robotic process automation for finance) to improve efficiency.
Job Specification
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Master’s degree in IT Governance, Risk, or Finance Systems is an added advantage.
- Professional certifications: CISA, CRISC, ITIL, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAP certifications.
Work Experience
- At least 7 years’ IT experience in managing finance systems, compliance tools, and IT risk frameworks.
- Strong understanding of banking risk, compliance, and finance processes from an IT systems perspective.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong technical expertise in ERP/finance systems and compliance applications.
- Knowledge of IT risk and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, COBIT, NIST).
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
- Ability to balance IT compliance requirements with business objectives.
- Integrity, detail orientation, and results-driven mindset.
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