Senior Payments Controls Officer

  • Msida, Malta, Malta
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Senior Payments Controls Officer

On behalf of our client we're looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive professional to help strengthen and support our payments operations. Working closely with the Payments Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring controls are effective, risks are managed, and daily payments run smoothly.

What you'll do:

  • Monitor daily payments activity and key operational controls
  • Identify operational risks, errors, and areas for improvement
  • Support pay‑in/pay‑out processing, funding, and reconciliations
  • Oversee settlements and fee reconciliations with payment providers
  • Track KPIs, provider performance, chargebacks, and fraud trends
  • Support audits, testing after system changes, and documentation
  • Prepare clear reports and insights for management

What we're looking for:

  • Experience in payments operations, controls, or operational risk
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Confident communicator who can work independently and collaboratively

What's in for you:

  • High‑impact role with real ownership
  • Opportunity to improve and shape payments processes
  • Collaborative environment with strong exposure to the business