194 Customs Compliance jobs in South Africa
Executive Customs Compliance Manager
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client is looking for an Executive Customs Compliance Manager to support and guide internal and external stakeholders in matters related to customs compliance procedures and regulatory applications ensuring adherence to statutory requirements and minimization of compliance risks.
Key Responsibilities : 1. Risk Management
Prepare comprehensive arguments and documentation to appeal penalties issued by customs authorities.
Collaborate with legal representatives on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes.
Monitor and interpret current and proposed customs regulations affecting business operations.
Analyze revisions to customs tariffs and reference materials to stay current with regulatory changes.
2. Client Service (Internal & External)
Provide timely updates and communication regarding customs modernization initiatives regulatory changes and their potential business impact.
Conduct client visits upon request from operations or sales departments.
Manage the completion and submission of :
Rebate applications
Bond store applications
Tariff determinations or requests for determinations
Drawback permit applications
Import permit applications
3. Compliance & Controls
Maintain a comprehensive documented system of customs policies and procedures.
Ensure full compliance with all relevant statutory regulations and timely reporting to authorities.
Conduct monthly inspections of internal and client bond stores including bond book reviews and sample audits.
Perform continuous audits of customs files and entries to ensure accuracy and compliance with customs authority submissions.
Attend all scheduled customs inspections to support compliance verification processes.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience :
Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent NQF level qualification.
Proficiency in MS Excel.
Strong administrative capabilities with excellent attention to detail.
Proven planning and organizational skills.
Previous experience in a customs compliance or similar regulatory environment is advantageous.
Key Skills
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Employment Type : Full-time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
#J-18808-LjbffrInternational trade finance accountant
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- Trade sourcing
- Recording trade finance transactions (letters of credit, bills of exchange, guarantees, trade loans).
- Reconciling accounts related to international trade activities.
- Ensuring compliance with IFRS/GAAP and local regulations for cross-border transactions.
- Monitoring cash flows from import/export operations.
- Preparing trade finance reports for management (e.g., outstanding LCs, exposure by currency, overdue settlements).
- Advising procurement and sales teams on payment terms, financing options, and cost
- Implications
Professional Certifications (Highly Valuable)
- CPA ACCA, CIMA)
- CITF Certificate in International Trade and Finance.
- CDCS Certified Documentary Credit Specialist.
- CFA Chartered Financial Analyst for broader finance roles or progression.
- Diploma in International Trade offered by ICC or similar institutions.
- Trade finance instruments
- Export/import regulations, Incoterms, and customs documentation.
- FX risk management and international banking procedures
- ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and trade finance platforms
- Strong grasp of IFRS or other applicable accounting standards
- Familiarity with international banking practices (UCP 600, ISBP, URC, URDG
- Compliance with AML/KYC regulations for international transactions
- Sector knowledge mining, commodities, manufacturing.
- Analytical thinking and mindfulness
- Persuasive communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to collaborate with global teams and cross-cultural partners.
- Problem-solving under pressure especially in high-value trades
Requirements and qualification
- B Com accounting degree
- 5 years experience
- SAICA or SAIPA articles
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Compliance Officer
Posted 9 days ago
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Do you have an unwavering attention to detail and an eye for spotting discrepancies? Are you well versed in managing, overseeing, and monitoring Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) compliance to ensure adherence? Are you skilled in evaluation and coaching? If so, we want you to join us as a Compliance Officer.
We’re Hiring!
Our mission is to unleash the potential in our team, believing that diversity and inclusion foster performance. As a Compliance Officer, you will be the custodian of company compliance and play a key role in risk mitigation within the Financial Services Provider space.
What can we offer you? Some of our benefits include:
- Modern, fit-for-purpose people practices.
- A state-of-the-art tech campus with an on-site gym.
- Two on-site restaurants offering a variety of meals and freshly brewed coffee.
Who is a good fit?
A detail-oriented specialist with a strong understanding of FAIS and FICA compliance, the financial services industry, and processes within an FSP environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback and coaching are essential.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Implementing and enforcing compliance programs.
- Maintaining awareness of regulatory frameworks and obligations under FAIS, FICA, and related laws.
- Consulting with operational managers to ensure legal and regulatory conformance.
- Monitoring FAIS compliance, including license conditions and levies.
- Performing sampling and monitoring activities.
- Maintaining the register of representatives and informing the Registrar of changes.
- Controlling AML and FATCA compliance.
- Reviewing documents and advising on their acceptability.
- Ensuring ongoing statutory compliance.
- Monitoring and validating investor files, supporting investor teams, updating procedures, and participating in compliance committees.
- Developing and revising policies and procedures for regulatory compliance.
- Identifying compliance vulnerabilities, developing corrective actions, and providing guidance.
- Reporting compliance status to management to mitigate risks.
- Ensuring effective risk management and internal controls.
Required skills and attributes:
- Self-confidence and self-regulation.
- Trustworthiness and conscientiousness.
- Loyalty and organizational commitment.
- Assertiveness and attention to detail.
- Confidentiality, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Project management and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and active listening.
- Flexibility and willingness to assist beyond job scope.
- Enthusiasm for learning and self-improvement.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Analytical skills and accountability.
- Team-oriented mindset.
Minimum requirements:
- Computer literacy in MS Office.
- Senior Certificate (Matric).
- Registration as a Compliance Officer with the FSCA (advantageous).
- 3-6 years’ experience in a compliance role within financial services.
- Knowledge of compliance risk management and monitoring programs.
- Understanding of relevant regulations (FAIS, FICA, LTIA, PPR, POPIA).
- Degree in Compliance, Law, or related field.
- Proficiency in English and Afrikaans, both spoken and written.
- Willingness to work long hours when necessary.
Compliance Officer
Posted 16 days ago
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The Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that Salt EB adheres to all legal and regulatory requirements related to being a financial services and retirement fund administration provider. This includes monitoring compliance with South African financial sector and retirement fund legislation, providing guidance to internal teams, and implementing compliance frameworks to mitigate risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures in line with the Pension Funds Act, Financial Sector Regulation Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act, and other applicable legislation.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the financial services and retirement fund industries and advise stakeholders on compliance obligations.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
- Develop and implement compliance training programs for employees to promote awareness of regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that Salt EB maintains proper records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Act as a liaison between Salt EB and its outsourced compliance consultant (Moonstone), regarding compliance matters.
- Act as a liaison between Salt EB and regulatory bodies, such as the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), regarding compliance matters.
- Assist in preparing reports for the Board, senior management, and regulators on compliance-related matters.
Investigate compliance breaches and work with relevant departments to implement corrective actions.
- Support the due diligence process for clients and service providers to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) regulations.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging compliance risks related to the financial services sector and retirement fund administration.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
- Registered Compliance Officer (FSCA approval) or relevant compliance certification (e.g., CPrac (SA), CProf (SA), or similar).
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs within the retirement fund industry or financial services sector.
- Strong knowledge of South African financial services and retirement fund laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and provide strategic compliance advice to senior management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance management systems.
- Experience working with retirement funds and financial services.
- Familiarity with King IV governance principles and risk management frameworks.
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at various levels.
Compliance Officer • Johannesburg, South Africa
#J-18808-LjbffrCompliance Officer
Posted 18 days ago
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Ready to make your mark in a leading financial services environment? We're looking for a confident and registered Compliance Officer to join a well-established team driving compliance excellence across South Africa.
This role offers a mix of head-office responsibility and regional impact ideal for someone who enjoys variety, independence, and the chance to make real contributions across branches in Kimberley, PE, Bloem, and beyond.
About the roleAs a Compliance Officer, you'll ensure key regulatory frameworks (FAIS, FICA, and more) are implemented, maintained, and monitored across the business. You'll manage compliance projects end-to-end and advise on risk while keeping stakeholders and the regulator aligned through clear reporting and expert guidance.
What you'll be doing- Maintain and implement the Compliance Risk Management and Monitoring Plan
- Compile compliance reports for internal teams, clients, and regulators
- Interpret and apply new legislation across the business
- Review marketing materials per Board Notice 92 standards
- Manage FAIS compliance processes and key individual / rep registers
- Support and advise on TCF (Treating Customers Fairly) outcomes
- BCom Law or LLB qualification (essential)
- RE 1 certification
- FSCA-registered CAT 1 Compliance Officer (CAT 2 preferred)
- 3-4 years' experience in financial services compliance
- Solid understanding of FAIS, FICA, and related legislation
- Own vehicle and valid driver's license, must be willing to travel across the country (fully compensated)
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work across multiple branches, variety and visibility
- Supportive compliance team with room to grow
- Travel costs covered for regional visits
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#J-18808-LjbffrCompliance Officer
Posted 19 days ago
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Job Title: Compliance Officer
Company: GED Africa
Location: Democratic Republic of Congo, Mauritius, Zambia.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct audits and assessments.
- Develop and implement compliance policies.
- Provide training and support to staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
Compliance Officer
Posted 24 days ago
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Overview
Relevant Legal / Commercial / Audit qualification
Compliance Practitioner (CPRAC) Qualification
Qualifications5 years compliance / Risk Management related experience
Market analysis research
General business management knowledge
Experience in developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures
Additional InformationCorrespondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful
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Compliance Officer
Posted 25 days ago
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Reference: PE -HP -2
Our Client, a national supplier of risk management services to independent financial advisors and other licensed financial service providers (FSPs), develops and delivers unique compliance, risk management, practice management, and business intelligence services.
Two vacancies exist within the current structure, which requires an experienced Compliance Officer to be based in the Port Elizabeth and East London offices , respectively.
Reporting to the Regional Manager, performance areas include, but are not limited to:
- To effectively deliver quality compliance and risk management service to our clients at a regional level.
- Adherence to the compliance requirements as dictated by the FSCA.
- To grow the Company's Eastern Cape client base by marketing all the company's services to non-company clients.
- To market all services to the existing company client base.
- To assist the company regionally with Virtual Compliance, Risk Management, Implementation, and other Sales Projects.
- Outsourced compliance function delivered to financial services clients and other FICA-accountable institutions.
- Fulfil compliance function required in terms of FAIS, FICA, and other applicable legislation and business requirements.
- Establish a culture of compliance and provide a compliance risk framework to clients.
- Assist clients to achieve the TCF outcomes.
- Perform all functions to the standard and deadlines set by the Regional Manager.
- Provide clients with high quality, personalised, and substantive reports.
- Include clients in compliance processes and provide post-monitoring feedback.
- Maintain records as required by the business.
- Display behaviour and attitudes which positively contribute to the well-being and development of the regional team, the company, and its clients.
- Sourcing and signing up of new clients.
- Matric essential.
- Tertiary Diploma (minimum of NQF level 5) or Degree in Legal/Accounting/Financial is essential.
- A FSCA (FSB) recognised qualification is advantageous.
- Registered Category I (Category II if possible) Compliance registered Officer with the FSCA.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in compliance or risk management within the financial services industry.
- A good working knowledge of compliance legislation viz FICA and FAIS.
- Understanding and knowledge of risk management principles.
- Computer literate (MS Office Suite).
- Open to SA citizens with a clear criminal and credit history.
- Valid unendorsed Driver’s License, with own vehicle (preferred).
- Must possess an ownership mentality and a willingness to take responsibility for tasks through to completion.
- Attention to detail, goal-oriented, and a desire to achieve your objectives.
- Highly organised, good at multi-tasking, and able to deal with people at all levels.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, independently, and as part of a team.
- Proficient presentation skills.
Port Elizabeth or East London
Profile:Financial Services Industry
Career Level:3-5+ years
Employment:Permanent, full-time
E.E. / Non-EE:Open
Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 08H00 - 16H30
Remuneration:Market-related basic (Pension Included) + Commission and Annual Performance Bonus.
Shortlisted candidates may be expected to complete and pass assessments before moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Should you not be contacted within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Compliance Officer
Posted 4 days ago
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Conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence on new clients and partners, including verifying identity documents and recording required information
Performing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk clients, including PEPs, and supporting ongoing suspicious activity monitoring
Ensuring all transfers comply with our AML policy
Conducting risk assessments for new and existing clients to identify potential compliance risks
Completing onboarding processes with partners ahead of investment activity
Supporting regulatory reporting
Maintaining compliance registers, such as financial promotions, complaints, and training registers, and ensuring orderly record-keeping of compliance activities
Supporting the delivery and management of company compliance training
Contributing to the optimization of compliance workflows and processes
Skills & Experience:
Detail orientated
Deadline driven
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Qualification:
Diploma or Degree + 5+ years experience
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Compliance Officer
Posted 4 days ago
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Conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence on new clients and partners
Performing Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk clients and supporting ongoing suspicious activity monitoring
Ensuring all transfers comply with their AML policy
Conducting risk assessments for new and existing clients to identify potential compliance risks
Completing onboarding processes with partners ahead of investment activity
Supporting regulatory reporting
Maintaining compliance registers, such as financial promotions, complaints, and training registers, and ensuring orderly record-keeping of compliance activities
Supporting the delivery and management of company compliance training
Contributing to the optimization of compliance workflows and processes
Skills & Experience:
5+ years experience
Detail orientated
Deadline driven
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Qualification:
Diploma or Degree
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