Manager, IT Risk, Compliance & Finance Applications at Rose Avenue Group

Key Responsibilities

IT Risk & Compliance Systems

• Manage and maintain IT systems that support risk management, compliance monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
• Monitor IT risk dashboards, alerts, and compliance-related configurations to ensure adherence to standards.
• Ensure compliance with CBK ICT Guidelines, Data Protection Act (2019), and ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Support internal and external audits by providing system evidence, logs, and compliance reports.

Finance Applications Support

• Provide day-to-day technical support for ERP and finance systems, including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, and expense management.
• Troubleshoot system incidents, resolve errors, and handle user requests promptly.
• Manage configurations, parameter settings, and upgrades for finance systems.
• Oversee seamless integration between finance systems, core banking, and other enterprise platforms.

Change & Release Management

• Coordinate system upgrades, patches, and releases for risk, compliance, and finance applications.
• Supervise system testing (SIT/UAT) and ensure documentation of system changes.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal IT teams to align release schedules and resolve defects efficiently.

Risk, Compliance & Security

• Ensure IT systems adhere to security and governance standards.
• Implement access controls, audit logs, and segregation of duties within finance applications.
• Collaborate with IT Risk, Audit, and Security teams to address vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments of finance and compliance systems.

Business Collaboration & Support

• Serve as the IT liaison for Finance, Risk, and Compliance departments.
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into effective IT system solutions.
• Provide user training and technical guidance to business teams.
• Participate in projects aimed at automating finance and compliance workflows.

Continuous Improvement

• Monitor performance, reliability, and capacity of critical systems.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities in reporting, reconciliations, and compliance tracking.
• Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI-driven risk monitoring and RPA to enhance efficiency.

Other Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• 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 such as CISA, CRISC, ITIL, Oracle ERP, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAP are preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years’ progressive experience managing IT risk, compliance, and finance systems.
• In-depth understanding of financial operations, regulatory compliance, and IT governance frameworks.