Specialist: Capital Management

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Job Summary

Job Description

Capital Planning & Forecasting Support

• Build and maintain capital forecast models under guidance from VP/Head.

• Populate scenario templates and assists with buffer analysis and sensitivity runs (e.g., dividend, issuance, RWA growth, FX, impairments impacts).

• Produce forecast outputs for cluster/entity views (Solo, Bank Group, Group).

 ICAAP Inputs & Evidence Packs

• Coordinate and compile ICAAP quantitative schedules and evidence folders:

  • capital adequacy and projections

  • governance evidence and supporting documentation

• Maintain version control and ensure ICAAP schedules align to the latest regulatory reporting numbers.

Automation & Process Improvement

• Assist with automation initiatives (Excel/VBA/PowerQuery/PowerBI where applicable):

  • define requirements with stakeholders

  • document as-is/to-be process maps

  • execute UAT scripts and reconcile outputs

• Improve controls: checklists, reconciliations, exception logs, and sign-off packs.

RDARR / BCBS 239 Controls & Data Governance

• Maintain data lineage documentation, reconciliations, and control evidence for capital reporting streams.

• Support audit and regulatory information requests through well-organised evidence packs and traceable working papers.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA(SA), CFA, FRM/PRM, or equivalent NQF Level 7+.

• 2–4 years relevant experience in capital, regulatory reporting, treasury, risk analytics, or bank finance.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong numeracy, analytical rigour, and attention to detail.

• Advanced Excel; VBA/PowerQuery/PowerPivot desirable.

• Ability to communicate complex drivers clearly in writing (commentary).

• Good planning, deadlines discipline, and control mindset.

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised