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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
05.2022 - 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
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • 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
02.2018 - 12.2020
  • 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
06.2016 - 01.2018
  • 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
12.2010 - 02.2011
  • 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
02.2006 - 12.2009

BCom Degree - Commerce

UKZN (PMB Campus)
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
02.2010 - 11.2013

Bcom Honours - Economics

UKZN (PMB Campus)
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
02.2014 - 03.2015

ACI Certificate(Operations - Financial Markets

ACIFMA Education
Paris, France
02.2018 - 02.2018

ACI Dealing - Financial Markets

ACIFMA Education
Paris, France
05.2019 - 05.2019

Microsoft Office Specialist (Excel) - Excel

Udemy Academy
South Africa
04.2021 - 04.2021

CFA I - Financial Analyst

CFA Institute
Charlottesville
11.2021 - 03.2022

Accounting Science - Accounting

UNISA
Pretoria, Gauteng
02.2023 -

Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) - Corporate Finance

Corporate Finance Institute
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.2001 -

Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDA) - Business Intelligence & Data Analyst

Corporate Finance Intitute
Canada
2025

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Financial Markets
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Service
  • Stakeholder Relationships
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Operational Processes
  • Key Relationships

Timeline

Accounting Science - Accounting

UNISA
02.2023 -

Settlements Specialist

Strate
05.2022 - Current

CFA I - Financial Analyst

CFA Institute
11.2021 - 03.2022

Microsoft Office Specialist (Excel) - Excel

Udemy Academy
04.2021 - 04.2021

Trading Support

Rand Merchant Bank
01.2021 - 05.2022

ACI Dealing - Financial Markets

ACIFMA Education
05.2019 - 05.2019

Reconciliation Officer

Rand Merchant Bank
02.2018 - 12.2020

ACI Certificate(Operations - Financial Markets

ACIFMA Education
02.2018 - 02.2018

Investment Analyst

Rand Merchant Bank
06.2016 - 01.2018

Bcom Honours - Economics

UKZN (PMB Campus)
02.2014 - 03.2015

Assistant financial analyst

KPMG
12.2010 - 02.2011

BCom Degree - Commerce

UKZN (PMB Campus)
02.2010 - 11.2013

High School Diploma - Commerce

Mathunjwa High School
02.2006 - 12.2009

Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) - Corporate Finance

Corporate Finance Institute
04.2001 -

Business Intelligence & Data Analyst (BIDA) - Business Intelligence & Data Analyst

Corporate Finance Intitute

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