SIYANDA MAVUNDLA
Sandton,Gauteng
Summary
A resourceful employee with outstanding knowledge to develop and maintain a healthy customer pipeline. Consistently works to attract new business opportunities. Talent in administrative oversight, and customer service improvements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Settlements Specialist
Strate
Sandton, Gauteng
2022.05 - Current
- Formed part of the team to see through the implementation of ZARONIA in the South African market.
- Contributed to the EESE (IE-X) listing project for the Bonds market.
- Contributed to introducing the CSD to CSD link project into the market.
- Participated in the research team focused on introducing the Bond CCP to the market.
- Managed the Bonds desk, ensuring timely and complete settlement within specified bond timelines.
- Facilitated the settlement of money markets, resolving all related queries before and on the settlement date, including equities.
- Revised procedure manuals for Bonds and Money markets following the implementation of key process controls.
Trading Support
Rand Merchant Bank
Sandton
2021.01 - 2022.05
- Coordinated trade execution, successfully supporting trading activities and ensuring smooth operations.
- Monitored market trends and assisted in risk management, reducing risk by a significant percentage and saving over 3% of the desk’s budget.
- Ensured timely and accurate trade settlement, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and implementing innovative solutions, including contributing to the development of robotic systems for trade booking.
Reconciliation Officer
Rand Merchant Bank
Sandton, Gauteng
2018.02 - 2020.12
- Developed and strengthened business relationships by networking with key stakeholders, reducing portfolio losses.
- Streamlined organizational systems for reports, agendas, and records by consolidating multiple files into a single, concise document.
- Serviced existing accounts regularly to maximize revenue, focusing on managing challenging accounts like BMA.
- Responded to telephone and in-person inquiries, providing information and resolving concerns promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Utilized strong communication and active listening skills to build client rapport and drive profitability.
Investment Analyst
Rand Merchant Bank
Sandton, Gauteng
2016.06 - 2018.01
- Improved decision-making by creating and implementing a thorough rebuild of the cash management file and financial modelling.
- Assisted in day-to-day operational support across research and accounting to aid overall business progress.
- Researched and analyzed market trends, industry sectors, and individual securities to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and clients.
- Monitored portfolio performance, providing regular updates and adjustments based on market movements, performance metrics, and economic developments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including traders, compliance officers, and portfolio managers, to ensure alignment and optimize investment strategies.
- Utilized advanced financial software (e.g., Bloomberg, Excel) to gather data, analyze trends, and present findings.
- Contributed to risk management strategies, identifying potential risks and helping implement mitigation measures to protect the bank’s investments.
Assistant financial analyst
KPMG
Durban, South Africa
2010.12 - 2011.02
- Reviewed monthly requisitions for accuracy and completeness, reconciled transactions, and determined payment approval statuses.
- Audited, balanced, and reconciled payroll for 25+ personnel, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
- Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy and signs of fraud.
Education
High School Diploma - Commerce
Mathunjwa High School
Nongoma, KwaZulu-Natal 2006.02 - 2009.12
BCom Degree - Commerce
UKZN (PMB Campus)
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal 2010.02 - 2013.11
Bcom Honours - Economics
UKZN (PMB Campus)
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal 2014.02 - 2015.03
ACI Certificate(Operations - Financial Markets
ACIFMA Education
Paris, France 2018.02 - 2018.02
ACI Dealing - Financial Markets
ACIFMA Education
Paris, France 2019.05 - 2019.05
Microsoft Office Specialist (Excel) - Excel
Udemy Academy
South Africa 2021.04 - 2021.04
CFA I - Financial Analyst
CFA Institute
Charlottesville 2021.11 - 2022.03
Accounting Science - Accounting
UNISA
Pretoria, Gauteng 2023.02 -
Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) - Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance Institute
Vancouver, British Columbia 2001.04 -
Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDA) - Business Intelligence & Data Analyst
Corporate Finance Intitute
Canada2025
Skills
- Data analysis
- Financial Markets
- Customer Service
- Quality Service
- Stakeholder Relationships
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaborative Relationships
- Operational Processes
- Key Relationships
Timeline
Accounting Science - Accounting
UNISA
2023.02 -
Settlements Specialist
Strate
2022.05 - Current
CFA I - Financial Analyst
CFA Institute
2021.11 - 2022.03
Microsoft Office Specialist (Excel) - Excel
Udemy Academy
2021.04 - 2021.04
Trading Support
Rand Merchant Bank
2021.01 - 2022.05
ACI Dealing - Financial Markets
ACIFMA Education
2019.05 - 2019.05
Reconciliation Officer
Rand Merchant Bank
2018.02 - 2020.12
ACI Certificate(Operations - Financial Markets
ACIFMA Education
2018.02 - 2018.02
Investment Analyst
Rand Merchant Bank
2016.06 - 2018.01
Bcom Honours - Economics
UKZN (PMB Campus)
2014.02 - 2015.03
Assistant financial analyst
KPMG
2010.12 - 2011.02
BCom Degree - Commerce
UKZN (PMB Campus)
2010.02 - 2013.11
High School Diploma - Commerce
Mathunjwa High School
2006.02 - 2009.12
Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) - Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance Institute
2001.04 -
Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDA) - Business Intelligence & Data Analyst
Corporate Finance Intitute