Project and UAT Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project/UAT Manager to lead the implementation of a changes in Billing module of Payments System, covering corporate and FI payments, CASA (Current Account Savings Account) solutions, and real-time payments. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate banking, payments technology, and cash management solutions. This role requires expertise in banking system integrations, payment infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

- Develop and manage a comprehensive project plan, milestones, and deliverables for the implementation of Cash Management & Payments Systems.
- Define project scope, objectives, and success criteria in collaboration with business and IT teams.
- Oversee end-to-end project execution, ensuring completion within the defined timeline and budget.

Stakeholder Management & Communication:

- Act as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders, IT teams, vendors, and external partners.
- Conduct regular project meetings, updates, and risk assessments to track project progress.
- Provide clear and timely project status reports to senior management and project sponsors.

System Implementation & Integration:

- Oversee the configuration, customization, and integration of cash management and payments systems with core banking platforms, ERP solutions, and financial networks.
- Ensure seamless integration of corporate banking channels (e.g., host-to-host connectivity, APIs, and Open Banking solutions).
- Work closely with IT teams to manage data migration, API integrations, and security protocols.

Liquidity & Cash Management Solutions Implementation:

- Implement and optimize liquidity management tools, including cash pooling, sweeping, and notional pooling.
- Ensure the system supports real-time fund transfers, cash forecasting, and corporate treasury functionalities.
- Enable virtual account management (VAM) for improved reconciliation and transaction visibility.

Payments Infrastructure & Processing:

- Oversee the implementation of real-time payments (RTP), cross-border payments, SWIFT, and domestic clearing systems.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 20022 messaging, Open Banking standards, and regulatory payment frameworks.
- Manage the integration of payment gateways, payment orchestration layers, and fraud monitoring tools.
- Work with corporate clients to facilitate bulk payments, payroll processing, and supplier payments.

Risk & Compliance Management:

- Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.
- Ensure compliance with global and regional banking regulations, including AML, KYC, PSD2, and PCI DSS standards.
- Manage change requests and scope control to prevent delays and cost overruns.

Testing & User Acceptance (UAT):

- Define test scenarios and coordinate UAT with business stakeholders.
- Ensure all functional and regulatory requirements are met before go-live.
- Work with IT and QA teams to address defects and system stability issues.
- Go-Live & Post-Implementation Support:
- Develop a go-live strategy, including cutover plans, contingency measures, and post-deployment support.
- Ensure a smooth transition to BAU (business-as-usual) operations with necessary training and documentation.
- Monitor post-go-live performance and troubleshoot any issues.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Business, Finance, IT, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in project management, cash management, corporate payments, or banking technology implementations.
- Strong understanding of corporate cash management solutions, including:
- Liquidity Management (cash pooling, sweeping, notional pooling)
- Virtual Account Management (VAM)
- Corporate Payments (ACH, SWIFT, SEPA, RTGS, FPS, instant payments, and cross-border payments)
- CASA (Current Account Savings Account) Setup & Optimization
- Experience with banking payment infrastructure such as:
- Real-Time Payments (RTP) and Faster Payments (FPS)
- ISO 20022-based payment processing
- SWIFT messaging, host-to-host banking, and Open Banking APIs
- Hands-on experience in banking systems implementation (e.g., Oracle Systems, Finastra, FIS, Fiserv, or similar platforms).
- Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to payments, AML/KYC, and Open Banking.
- Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent) are a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills

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