Assitant Vice President, Specialist, Financial Control, Finance

DBS Bank

  • Mumbai, Maharashtra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Business FunctionFinance aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning and finance processes. We provide insights and analyses that help the bank make sound business decisions – whether in the areas of product development or customer profitability.Job PurposeThe position ensures:Working in Finance team with a control mindset and understanding of banking products, accounting norms and regulations. Should have a good understanding on accounting, month end close and General Ledger Reconciliation and Substantiation process.Key responsibilities and functions might include:General Ledger Balance Substantiation:
  • Managing the process of reconciling all balance sheet and off-balance sheet items to independent verifiable sources.
  • Manage governance and reporting process on certifying of GLAO (General Ledger Account Ownership) month-end balances.
  • Ensuring system controls are in place to maintain data quality and efficiency in financial reporting.
  • Investigating and monitoring differences and escalating unresolved items in accordance with the GL Account Ownership policy.
  • Assessing the recoverability of asset balances and monitoring the validity of payables and accruals.
  • Escalating long outstanding unreconciled balances to GLAO.
Quality Assurance ReviewQuality Assurance (QA) reviews are systematic processes designed to ensure adherence to Balance Sheet Substantiation standards and identify areas for improvement.Key aspects of QA reviews include:
  • Perform QA reviews on both regular monthly reviews and thematic reviews and issue reports.
  • Develop and implement rectification and follow-up plan for QA review outcome that do not meet satisfactory criteria.
Risk Controls Assessment:
  • Conducting Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) to identify key risks and assess the effectiveness of internal controls for Finance Department. This includes assessing the risk of financial misstatement.
  • Performing control effectiveness assessments independently and provide assurance to CFO on the effectiveness of the controls.
Financial Control & Automation
  • Reviewing exception and control reports for control accounts to ensure proper management of inter-system or inter-business unit postings.
  • Assessing and documenting controls for new products or services to mitigate potential risks.
  • Ensuring automation of financial reports by preparing User Story / perform UAT
Requirements
  • Minimum 8 to 9 years’ experience in Financial Reporting / Controls
  • Good working knowledge of MS-Excel and Powerpoint
  • Automation and Reengineering of processes
Education / Preferred Qualifications
  • CA with post-qualification experience in banks / NBFCs / Finance GCC
Core Competencies
  • Accuracy and timeliness in reporting
  • Control mindset
  • Eye for detail
  • Good in communication (verbal and written) and Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong Team player
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and handle tough situations
Technical Competencies
  • Good knowledge of Banking Products, Accounting Standards, etc
  • Advanced working knowledge of MS-Excel and MS Office

DBS Bank