Job Description
Job Summary
- The IFRS Reporting & Database Analyst will support the IFRS Team by managing financial reporting databases, developing automated reports, optimizing data processes, and supporting reporting applications within the organization.
- The role combines database management, SSRS report development, data analytics, and basic application support to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient IFRS reporting and compliance operations.
- The ideal candidate should possess strong SQL and database management skills, hands-on experience with SSRS reporting tools, and a basic understanding of application development technologies including C#, Visual Basic, WebForms, and HTML.
Key Responsibilities
Database Management & Administration:
- Manage, maintain, and optimize financial reporting databases.
- Perform data filtering, sorting, cleansing, and validation activities.
- Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, views, and functions.
- Monitor database performance and implement optimization strategies.
- Support database backup, restoration, and recovery processes.
- Ensure database integrity, consistency, and security.
- Apply database design principles to improve system efficiency and scalability.
- Support migration and integration of financial data across systems.
- Work with SQL Server and related database technologies to support IFRS reporting processes.
SSRS Report Development & Management:
- Design, develop, and maintain SSRS reports and dashboards.
- Create dynamic, parameterized, and interactive reports for finance and management teams.
- Develop T-SQL queries for report generation and data extraction.
- Deploy, schedule, and manage reports within SSRS environments.
- Collaborate with finance stakeholders to automate IFRS reporting processes.
- Ensure report accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
- Present data insights using effective visualization and reporting techniques.
Data Analysis & Reporting Support:
- Analyze large financial datasets to support IFRS compliance and reporting.
- Generate periodic financial and regulatory reports.
- Support reconciliation and validation of financial data.
- Assist in identifying reporting process improvements and automation opportunities.
- Collaborate with Finance, Technology, Risk, and Compliance teams on reporting initiatives.
Application & Technical Support:
- Provide basic support for reporting applications and tools.
- Assist in maintaining applications developed with C#, Visual Basic, WebForms, and HTML technologies.
- Support troubleshooting and issue resolution for reporting-related applications.
- Participate in system enhancements, upgrades, and testing activities.
- Support integration between reporting tools and internal systems.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timeliness and accuracy of IFRS reports
- Database uptime and performance efficiency
- Reduction in reporting errors
- Report automation efficiency
- Compliance with reporting timelines
- Successful deployment and maintenance of reports
- Data integrity and security compliance
Qualifications & Experience
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline with a minimum of 2.2.
Experience:
- 2–4 years’ experience in database management, SSRS reporting, or financial systems support.
- Experience within fintech, financial services, banking, or IFRS reporting environments is an added advantage.
Required Skills & Competencies:
Technical Skills:
- Strong SQL proficiency
- Knowledge of SQL Server and SSRS
- Database administration and management skills
- Performance tuning and optimization techniques
- Database backup and recovery knowledge
- Data filtering, sorting, and analysis techniques
- T-SQL scripting and query writing
- Report development using SSDT or Report Builder
- Data visualization and reporting skills
- Basic programming knowledge in:
- C#
- Visual Basic
- WebForms
- HTML
- Familiarity with cloud database technologies is an added advantage.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple reporting deadlines
- Good documentation and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
Added Advantage:
- Knowledge of IFRS reporting standards and financial reporting processes.
- Experience with fintech systems or banking applications.
- Familiarity with Power BI or other BI tools.
- Exposure to cloud-based reporting environments.