AVP- Accounting & Control

Job Title: AVP
Department: SMS CMP SPOF
About Business Line/Function
Subject Matter streams team is a team with expertise in :
Financial reporting through IFRS and FGAAP, for complex entities/ equity product including Statutory Financial Statements preparation, Management papers and Taxation.
Financial accounting for equity and various products/entities.
Intercompany reconciliation between BNPP head office and its branches.
Position Purpose
The SMS team is primarily responsible for month end closing along with providing 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.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
A Lead the Regional competence center for Capital Market stream (PL reconciliation processes along with managing the team
Drive the production of the Financial and Management accounting for a business unit (entity or business line)
Build 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
Build a strong control environment as defined by the BNP Paribas Standard Accounting Control Plan and ensure a strong 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
Perform Intercompany reconciliation and analyze Gaps to maintain 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
Manage audit requests from External Audit, Regulators and internal control teams.
Interclosing
To solve open breaks during closing
To perform interclosing for month ends
To look for permanent solution for interco breaks
To analyze and delete BC150
Generic
Lead and manage the Interco team in day-to-day activities
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on operational matters
Ensure compliance with best practices and company policies
Driving force to contribute to the continuous improvement of CIB Interco processes
To have end to end knowledge of various Banking products
Conduct Internal Trainings on product and Interco process for knowledge Sharing
Controls : Review and implement robust controls framework regularly for consistent high quality delivery : - Identify and mitigate risks in process delivery, focus on process enhancements/harmonization and ensure a proficient setup to increase the team’s efficiency and effectiveness
Direct contribution to BNP Paribas operational permanent control framework, adhere to compliance requirements, SLA preparation / review and review of operational procedures
People Management : - Set objectives, ensure accurate performance evaluation, provide regular feedback, manage talent pool and career paths, support mobility for the teams
Coach team of finance professionals and guide their career planning
Manage costs by driving efficiencies, effective hiring for optimal team pyramids,
More requisitons
B. Reporting and Analysis
Performs equity and securities reporting as per IFRS and French GAAP for multiple legal entities including Head office and its branches.
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 requirements. In connection with this effort, assist in user acceptance testing and trouble-shooting after deployment.
Assist in identifying operational process improvements in production, control procedures, and workflow organization to increase the team’s efficiency 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
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP reporting with minimum years of financial reporting and analysis experience in a medium to large organization. Experience in financial reporting and analysis includes preparation of US GAAP and IFRS financial statements and financial reports for senior management.
Basic Corporate Banking product knowledge
Ability to obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure and financial reporting
Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
Work with the Controller to ensure a clean and timely year end audit
Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements
Ability to learn new systems and products quickly
Knowledge of business desktop applications (MS Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts, and graphs)
Effective analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Behavioral Skills
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Attention to detail / rigor
Active listening
Negotiation Skills
Education Level: Qualified CA
Location: Bangalore / Mumbai / Chennai
About BNP Paribas Group
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including 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 including 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 strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (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 across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong 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, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions
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 across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physica

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