Group Finance Risk Manager

2 months ago

Scotland, UK, United Kingdom pawaTech Full time

About the job:

pawaTech Group is looking for a Group Finance Risk Manager with a strong background in financial crime investigation with an inherent passion for teamwork, a collaborative spirit, and a forensic mindset. As a Group Finance Risk Manager, you will ensure the integrity and efficiency of our financial operations, by designing and delivering a programme focused on identifying and preventing internal payment risk, with an emphasis on process improvement through adherence to policies and procedures. You will also forensically interrogate and report on payment activity across the Group on a regular basis, ensuring compliance and suggesting practical improvements.


About us:

At pawaTech Group, we specialise in crafting tailored iGaming platforms that cater to clients' visions and objectives. With a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies, makes us the leaders in offering a range of services designed to propel iGaming ventures to the forefront of innovation and profitability. Our products are built with scalability in mind, supporting millions of active customers via app and web channels.


We've been at the forefront of the IT industry for almost a decade, where our passion for technology, commitment to quality, and client-centric approach has made us a trusted partner in the iGaming sector in Africa through our leading iGaming brand “betPawa”.


The main responsibilities will be:

  • Design and implement a programme to identify and prevent internal payment fraud and risk;
  • Focus on process improvement and adherence to policies and procedures;
  • Establish a regular reporting cadence to analyse and report on payment activity;
  • Identifying and investigating suspicious transactions;
  • Conduct internal audits of standard operating procedures, identifying gaps and recommending improvements;
  • Work with legal, compliance, and other teams to ensure a coordinated approach to managing financial crime risk;
  • Review and ensure the adequacy of KYC documentation and independence in decision-making;
  • Support the development of best practices within the Group finance team to enhance governance and manage risk;
  • Facilitate the periodic review and development of Group finance process documentation and financial reporting.


Key skills and experience for this role:

  • Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Finance, Law, Accounting, or a related field;
  • Minimum 5 years experience in financial crime investigation, forensic accounting, or a similar role;
  • Experience presenting findings to ExCo, CEO, Board, and external auditors;
  • Strong understanding of best practice accounting controls and processes;
  • Preferable experience with Xero accounting software and automation tools for data analysis;
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work semi-autonomously;
  • Excellent documentation skills, particularly in drafting and refining process guidelines;
  • Ability to speak and read French is desirable;
  • Experience working in or exposure to Africa is desirable;
  • Attention to detail with a strong curiosity and tenacity to investigate thoroughly;
  • Commitment to ensuring accountability with established processes.


Why you will like at pawaTech:

  • Work in a fast-paced work environment with a dedicated team of professionals;
  • Make your impact and contribute to shaping the iGaming culture;
  • The salary that recognises and backs your achievements;
  • Have the opportunity for your professional growth and career development;
  • Comprehensive pension plan and health insurance;
  • Embrace the employee recognition for 5 years of dedication with appreciative milestone bonuses.

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