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Job Title: Associate / AVP
Department: SMS CMP SPOF
Subject Matter streams team is a team with expertise in :
1. Financial reporting through IFRS and FGAAP, for intricate entities/ equity product covering Statutory Financial Statements preparation, Management papers and Taxation.
2. Financial accounting for equity and different products/entities.
3. Intercompany reconciliation between BNPP head office and its branches.
The SMS team is primarily accountable for month end closing along with delivering oversight and control over day-to-day transactions, operations and activities required for the daily activities, They will ensure that reconciliation breaks are investigated, understood and a GL impact assessment completed to determine whether the GL requires adjustment for the monthly closing. In addition, remediation action required must be documented and appropriate action taken to oversee any required changes to the reconciliation process or the General ledger.
Direct Responsibilities
A Lead the Regional competence center for Capital Market stream (PL reconciliation processes along with overseeing the team
• Drive the production of the Financial and Management accounting for a business unit (entity or business line)
• Establish the coordination and governance between Platforms and Regional Finance teams for efficient delivery and optimal set up
• Engage with the Finance Controllers to discuss financial and management accounting results, trend and variances
• Promote the OFS processes and usages from the financial and management accounting, controls and reporting perspective, in close coherence with the F&S practice
• Review the Standard Operating Processes (SOP’s) for productions teams to follow in the target operating model
• Review account activity/ ledgers for accuracy of financial data and drive timely and accurate inter-company reconciliations
• Create a solid control environment as defined by the BNP Paribas Standard Accounting Control Plan and secure a sound level 1 control framework
• Engage with External Audit, Regulators and internal control teams and drive the resolution of their queries
•Execute the BCM responsibilities for respective team/business:
•Define and implement proper permanent controls on BCP activities on their scope.
Quarter Ends:
-Carry out Intercompany reconciliation and analyze Gaps to uphold within Threshold
- Analyze BC150 posting to see if the same is relevant and make necessary amendments
-Timely communication with all the stakeholders
-Ensure deadlines are followed
- Monitor Team deliverables
- Oversee audit requests from External Audit, Regulators and internal control teams.
Interclosing:
-To solve open breaks during closing
-To execute interclosing for month ends
- To look for permanent solution for interco breaks
- To analyze and delete BC150
Generic:
-Lead and run the Interco team in day-to-day activities
-Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on operational matters
-Guarantee compliance with best practices and company policies
-Driving force to contribute to the continuous improvement of CIB Interco processes
-To have end to end know-how of different Banking products
-Conduct Internal Trainings on product and Interco process for understanding Sharing
Controls : Review and implement robust controls framework regularly for consistent high quality delivery : - Pinpoint and mitigate risks in process delivery, specialise in process enhancements/harmonization and guarantee a proficient setup to increase the team’s effectiveness and effectiveness § Direct contribution to BNP Paribas operational permanent control framework, adhere to compliance criteria, SLA preparation / review and review of operational procedures
People Management : - Set objectives, guarantee accurate performance evaluation, deliver regular feedback, run talent pool and career paths, support mobility for the teams § Coach team of finance professionals and guide their career planning § Oversee costs by driving efficiencies, effective hiring for optimal team pyramids,
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1.Performs equity and securities reporting as per IFRS and French GAAP for multiple legal entities covering Head office and its branches.
2. Preparing financial statements (US GAAP and IFRS).
Contributing Responsibilities
Participate in the upgrades/version releases of respective reporting tools, as well as system amendments/enhancements required to facilitate new/modified reporting criteria. In connection with this effort, assist in user acceptance testing and trouble-shooting after deployment.
· Assist in spotting operational process improvements in production, control procedures, and workflow organization to increase the team’s effectiveness and effectiveness. Also assist in integrating and streamlining the reports under the team’s responsibility
· Observe the bank’s policies and procedures
· Assist in any special project or request as directed by management
Grasp of IFRS and US GAAP reporting with minimum years of financial reporting and analysis background in a medium to large organization. Exposure to financial reporting and analysis includes preparation of US GAAP and IFRS financial statements and financial reports for senior management.
· Basic Corporate Banking product grasp
· Capacity to obtain and uphold a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure and financial reporting
· Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
· Partner with the Controller to secure a clean and timely year end audit
· Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements
· Capability to learn new systems and products quickly
· Understanding of business desktop applications (MS Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
· Advanced know-how of MS Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts, and graphs)
· Effective analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Aptitude to collaborate / Teamwork
Attention to detail / rigor
Active listening
Negotiation Abilities
Education Level: Qualified CA
Location: Bangalore / Mumbai / Chennai
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and main player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, covering more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses such as BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its sound diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its customers (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model spanning several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a main player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a robust presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, equipping it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while guaranteeing the Group's performance and stability.
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas over the Group. Driving innovation and progress, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to offer support and create best-in-class solutions.
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This Associate- Accounting and Controls vacancy is based in Mumbai.
Eligibility typically includes the qualifications and experience outlined in the job description above, with around 0-5 Years years of relevant experience expected for this role.
The key responsibilities for this role are detailed in the Key Responsibilities section above, covering the core duties expected of a Associate- Accounting and Controls at BNP Paribas.
This role requires around 0-5 Years years of relevant experience, as specified in the job listing. Please refer to the Qualifications & Experience section above for full details.
Skills relevant to this position are outlined in the Qualifications & Experience section above. In general, strong communication, domain knowledge, and the ability to meet role-specific targets are valued across similar BFSI positions.
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