Analyst, CA (Controls)
BNP Paribas
Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
- Contribute to the performance of 2nd level accounting control of BNP Paribas entities in Asia Pacific.
- Drive the account owner sign-off and first level accounting control certification process.
- Perform and document accounting controls and analysis.
- Contribute to the automation of certain accounting control processes and the standardization of booking schemes among entities.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the performance of 2nd level accounting controls on key areas including deal and position reconciliations, nostro reconciliations, manual entries, dormant accounts, risk rating and provisioning, intercompany reconciliation, internal deals, FX sell-down etc.
- Identify system / control deficiencies and propose solutions to improve the accounting control environment.
- Monitor account and 1st level control sign-off and escalate identified problems.
- Contribute to the preparation of the “Entity Control Reports” for Chief Financial Officers.
- Monitor Accounting Control outcomes through key performance and key risk indicators.
- Prepare ad hoc control memos upon request when an issue is identified.
- Ensure good coordination with the Regional Financial Reporting team for accounting issues.
- Report incidents and accounting issues.
- Contribute to BNP Paribas operational permanent control framework.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Qualified Chartered Accountant
- Accounting degree or equivalent
- Banking (mandatory)
- IFRS knowledge (preferable)
- Solid understanding of financial instruments and developed skills in analysis of business supporting processes from an accounting control perspective.
- Knowledge of Investment banking products.
- Strong organizational skills, rigorous, and self-disciplined.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a strong control environment.
- Good communication skills (writing, listening, presentation).
- Advanced technical skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
- Former audit experience or experience on accounting controls within a Finance function in Banking and Financial Services (mandatory).
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail / rigor
- Analytical Ability
- Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
- Ability to develop and adapt a process.
Qualifications
- Master Degree or equivalent
- Fresher CA
- Mumbai / Bangalore