ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
- Perform control testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key Finance controls;
- Support risk and control assessments by identifying risks, documenting controls, and evaluating control effectiveness with the finance teams;
- Maintain and update risk and control documentation;
- Monitor remediation actions and support the resolution of identified control gaps;
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Finance control processes and governance practices including automation opportunities.
- Manage and review user access to SAP (ERP system) and other Finance applications, ensuring access rights are appropriate and properly approved;
- Perform segregation of duties (SoD) and access risk reviews, ensuring identified issues are remediated or adequately mitigated;
- Validate that user roles and access rights are aligned with business responsibilities and Finance processes;
- Coordinate periodic user access reviews (monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews);
- Maintain documentation and evidence supporting access governance activities;
- Act as the key liaison between Finance teams and the SAP/GRC Centre of Excellence to support effective access governance and continuous improvement.
- Act as the primary point of contact between Finance and the Policy Oversight team;
- Monitor compliance with policy governance requirements and ensure timely completion of related deliverables;
- Support Finance in the understanding, implementation, and use of the Policy Oversight framework and associated tool (Service Now).
- Support audit reviews and investigations related to system access, user provisioning, and access control compliance;
- Assist with ad hoc risk, control, compliance, and governance-related activities;
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, risk management, or a related field;
- Minimum 3 years of experience in internal controls, audit, risk management, compliance, or a related Finance function;
- Good understanding of internal control frameworks, Finance processes, risk and control concepts such as Three Lines Defence Model, or similar governance frameworks;
- Experience performing control testing, risk assessments, and documenting controls;
- Familiarity with SAP, SAP GRC, or user access management processes is a strong asset;
- Strong problem solving, analytical skills and critical thinking abilities;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment;
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a strong team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to challenge processes constructively and identify opportunities for improvement;
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills;
- Proactive, organized, and solution-oriented mindset;
- Interest in process improvement, automation, and digital tools (e.g., Copilot).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, data analytics tools, or reporting tools is a plus;
What we offer
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.
Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity).
All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, risk management, or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience in internal controls, audit, risk management, compliance, or related finance function
- Understanding of internal control frameworks and governance concepts (e.g., Three Lines Defence Model)
- Experience performing control testing, risk assessments, and documenting controls
- Familiarity with SAP, SAP GRC, or user access management processes
- Manage user access reviews, SoD and access risk reviews for finance systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Power BI or other data analytics/reporting tools
- Familiarity with ServiceNow (Policy Oversight framework/tool)
- Strong problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work independently while team-oriented
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, organized, solution-oriented mindset and willingness to challenge processes for improvement
- Interest in process improvement, automation and digital tools (e.g., Copilot)
What We Do
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identification, analysis and regulatory compliance. Our messaging platform, products and services connect more than 11,000 banking and securities organisations, market infrastructures and corporate customers in more than 200 countries and territories. SWIFT also brings the financial community together – at global, regional and local levels – to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest or concern. For more information, visit www.swift.com or follow us on Twitter: @swiftcommunity
