Deutsche Bank Hiring for Associate-Accounting Close at Pune Full Time

Job Title: Accounting Close

Location :Pune

Role Description – Summary

Finance

It is crucial for the bank to understand how profitable each businesses activity is and Finance has a responsibility to understand precisely the resource commitment the bank makes to any given client or transaction e.g. cost, capital, funding, liquidity and risk. Finance is playing a central role in keeping the bank focused on simplification and financial resource management.

With our diverse teams in 47 countries, we offer a broad portfolio of capabilities. Our key functions range from Group Finance, Treasury, Planning and Performance Management, and Investor Relations to enabling functions such as Finance Change and Administration. These teams make sure we cover all Finance specific aspects for our internal and external stakeholders such as shareholder, employees, clients and regulators. Together, it is the role of Finance to oversee all financial details for Deutsche Bank globally.

Sound financial principles are at the core of everything we do. That’s why Finance is vital to the way we run our business. In a global marketplace that’s constantly evolving, being adaptable, decisive and accurate is critical

The Associate will be part of Financial Reporting work stream and will be responsible for providing guidance to the team on IFRS reporting, Basta and HGB reporting. The primary function of the role is to support and guide the team doing month end related activities and HO reporting. He She should develop self and others to gain expertise in the Reporting process, lead the change management initiatives in the business. He is responsible for the quality assurance of the processes within the team to ensure zero defects.

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under child care assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Flexible working arrangements / Work from Home Option (if necessary)
• On job training on various International Reporting Standards relevant to the profile
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Independently manage the accounting and reporting for certain legal entities (including validation and control function of monthly financials and IFRS reporting to Head Office)
• Responsible for Balance sheet account substantiation on monthly basis
• Support external audit work on annual basis. Also, assist the regulatory filings / assessment process related to income tax, transfer pricing and service tax/ GST
• Support internal audit work as and when required
• Support other financial reporting requirements such as risk forums, ALCO, Board meetings by way of understanding the requirements of stakeholders, preparation of applicable decks etc.
• Coordination, Preparation and submission of cash flows on regular frequency for various requirements
• Lead from Finance perspective, any process review/re-design pertaining to such entities necessitated by any process improvement idea/regulatory requirement
• Work in close coordination with Finance Service centres at Pune and Manila
• Ability to develop and leverage relationships with multiple teams within organization for delivery on business goals
• Working knowledge of SAP and ability to understand the complex system architecture and platforms
• Prior experience of process migrations would be added advantage. Position would be based at Pune and requires travel within India

Experience / Exposure

• Professional experience preferably in Finance teams of banks, investment banks or professional accounting / audit firms or in a similar capacity in a BPO / KPO centre.
• Should have handled preparation of financial statements as per IFRS requirements.
• Should have handled finalization of Financial Statements independently for at least 2 year ends

Prior experience in a controllership role is required

Soft Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively (oral & written)
• Displays a high degree of control awareness

• Strong analytical / business problem-solving skills

• Well organized & able to clearly present results of work
• Drive process improvement, identify Non Value adds and eliminate them.
• Diligent, thorough, shows initiative and is proactive
• Ability to challenge status quo.

Education / Certification

• Post-Graduation with 6 years experience

Qualified Accountant with 5 years experience

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs

About us and our teams

Please visit our company website for further information:

https://www.db.com/company/company.htm l

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination and retaliation.