Manager - Payments

Description

About KPMG in India

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada. 

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Experience:

- Minimum of 8 years of experience in ISO 20022 Payments Implementation.

- The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the ISO 20022 messaging standard and its application in payment systems.

- This role involves leading the implementation of ISO 20022-compliant payment solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems, and providing technical expertise to support business objectives. 

- The candidate will play a critical role in enabling real-time payments, cross-border transactions, and other payment innovations.

- Soft Skills:

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced ISO 20022 Payments Implementation Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the ISO 20022 messaging standard and its application in payment systems. 

This role involves leading the implementation of ISO 20022-compliant payment solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems, and providing technical expertise to support business objectives. The candidate will play a critical role in enabling real-time payments, cross-border transactions, and other payment innovations.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. ISO 20022 Implementation:

- Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of ISO 20022-compliant payment solutions.

- Ensure seamless integration of ISO 20022 messaging standards with existing payment systems, core banking platforms, and third-party networks.

- Translate business requirements into technical specifications for ISO 20022 implementation.

2. Payment System Integration:

- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate ISO 20022 messaging into payment gateways, switches, and clearing systems.

- Work with real-time payment systems, cross-border payment platforms, and instant payment schemes (e.g., SEPA, SWIFT, FedNow, UPI).

- Configure and customize middleware and APIs to support ISO 20022 messaging.

3. Technical Expertise:

- Provide technical guidance on ISO 20022 message formats, including pain.001, pain.002, pacs.008, and camt.053.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to ISO 20022 message parsing, validation, and transformation.

- Conduct performance tuning and optimization of payment systems to handle ISO 20022 messaging.

4. Project Management:

- Manage end-to-end ISO 20022 implementation projects, including requirements gathering, planning, execution, and post-implementation support.

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (IT, operations, compliance, and business units) to ensure successful delivery of ISO 20022 solutions.

- Develop and maintain project documentation, including technical specifications, test plans, and user manuals.

5. Compliance and Standards:

- Ensure compliance with ISO 20022 standards and regulatory requirements.

- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies related to ISO 20022 and payment systems.

- Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to messaging standards.

6. Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Work closely with internal stakeholders (product managers, compliance officers, and business analysts) to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.

- Liaise with external vendors, partners, and payment networks (e.g., SWIFT, SEPA, Fedwire) to ensure smooth implementation and operation of ISO 20022-compliant systems.

7. Business Development- Contribute to creating business and client proposals on Payments and cards consulting/implementation. Also contribute to thought leadership by creating TL content on Payments and banking innovation.

Equal employment opportunity information 

KPMG India has a policy of providing equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of their color, caste, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or other legally protected status. KPMG India values diversity and we request you to submit the details below to support us in our endeavor for diversity. Providing the below information is voluntary and refusal to submit such information will not be prejudicial to you.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL, PCI Professional) are a plus.

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