Reconciliation Officer

First Abu Dhabi Bank

Job Details
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Banking
Function: Banking / Mortgage Professionals
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full time

What You ll Do

* Oversee daily reconciliation operations including Nostro accounts, inter-branch call accounts, and customer account adjustments
* Monitor SWIFT inbound/outbound queues and authorize entries with date/value mismatches
* Ensure timely submission of reports to MIS and management dashboards, including intelliMATCH and iTRACs reports
* Track unapplied credits, unclaimed accounts, and ensure all exceptions are followed up as per escalation matrices
* Support audit-readiness through monthly reconciliation reviews, exception tracking, and risk flagging
* Coordinate with Treasury, SSD, FCIS, TFO, and other units to resolve discrepancies across multiple internal and external systems
* Ensure compliance with non-BAU protocols, recordkeeping guidelines, and operational control policies
* Supervise staff work allocation, track activity logs, and maintain operational continuity in case of staff absence
* Maintain accuracy of balance pools and reconciliation tools, including MT940/950 reject entries and binding records
* Deliver process improvement suggestions to enhance efficiency and service quality

Candidate Requirements

* Bachelor s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
* 4 8 years of relevant banking experience with at least 5 years in reconciliation or core processing operations
* Strong familiarity with SWIFT messages, Nostro accounting, inter-branch transactions, and reconciliation software (e.g., intelliMATCH)
* In-depth understanding of operational risk, exception handling, and regulatory requirements
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and team supervision skills
* Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and risk awareness