Job Description

Job Purpose -This role is for Corporate Accounting Senior Associate which include the functions like preparation of Management accounts, Trail balance, posting journal entries, financial statements, NAV calculation, etc. The incumbent needs to understand the laws of the region supported and perform day to day work in accordance with procedure set for an activity. The role needs to work in rotational shift and there would be shifts starting at 11:30 AM.Our Fund Solutions business, which operates out of multiple locations including Leeds, London, Dublin, Exeter, Luxembourg, and Mumbai, with \xc2\xa3100bn+ of assets and circa 500 people, is looking for an Asset Operations Analyst to join our Investment Operations team in Mumbai.All employees are expected to demonstrate core competencies as outlined below. The role has unique requirements and duties; however, these responsibilities are to be executed within the organization's framework of core values. Organization expects all employees to be high performing, self-motivated, learners and leaders. -Reporting to the Corporate Accounting Team Leader, the Associate will be responsible for the management of the business delivery of services to our clients accurately and on a timely basis. The Associate will manage the team and put in place internal company procedures and controls to ensure delivery of a quality product. The Associate will liaise with other departments, including Risk, Compliance and Legal in order to meet all objectivesEnsure all internal and external service levels and regulatory deadlines are met within the Corporate Accounting teamPlan, organize and resource the teams to ensure client engagement requirements are met.Draft and implement procedures to meet professional standards.Work with team to ensure that:Detailed review of management accounts for clients are undertaken before issue.Teams deliver timely and accurate monthly/quarterly management and statutory financial information.Provision of financial information to Clients and Customers.Filing of Corporation tax, VAT returns and other obligations adhere to strict filing deadlines.Preparation and filling of regulatory reporting.Implementing improvements in the accounting process to ensure it is robust, controlled and efficient.Working with colleagues across the Group, ensuring effective collaboration, communication and development of solutions.Build and maintain excellent relationships with all key internal stakeholders.Identify opportunities for business growth.Assist with the design and implementation of internal operating procedures & controls, ensure on-going adherence to policies and co-ordinate with other internal teams to ensure deliverables are met.Keep abreast of regulatory changes that impact the Corporate Accounting process.Actively question methods and processes with the key to making the team more effective and efficient.Initiate and implement processes and procedures to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the team.Actively participate and prepare MIS for internal oversight meetings with the onshore team.Foster positive team environment and ensure open communication.Identify instances of non-compliance and refer to the Operations Manager, Senior Managers, and the Compliance Department, and resolve them.Create and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and assist other areas of the business as and when required.Maintain own professional competence.For areas of responsibility, ensure:Emerging risks are identified, assessed, and captured within the departmental risk register and, where appropriate, subject to escalation to senior management.Operational controls are carried out in accordance with the laid down business policies and procedures.Actions for control improvements are dealt with in accordance with agreed timescales.Proactivity in identifying areas for control improvement.Candidate's Profile -To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A degree in Finance or Accountancy and a qualification as Inter Chartered Accountant.Experience within a Accounts team / Finance team environment, Accounting Practice.Knowledge of hardcore accounting, journal entries, trail balance, P&L, Balance sheet, etc.An ability to work on own initiative as part of a wider team.Respect of different views, cultures, and methods with a willingness to embrace them.Effective communication skills and adept at building relationshipsAbility/experience working in a demanding environment with outstanding time management, organizational, oral/written communication skills, critical thinking and attention to detail.Strong MS Office Skills with a focus on Excel.It is essential to be trustworthy and understand the need for confidentialityMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment, including reporting and providing support to various members of the team.Outstanding time management, organizational skills, oral/written communication skills, critical thinking and attention to detail is required.Strong MS Office and Analytic Skills; mid-level information management software experience required.The ability to work to strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracyAble to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detailWillingness to work in Rotational Shifts which would start at 11:30 AMPrevious experience in Accounting.Fair understanding of Capital markets, Equity, Bonds, Derivatives, etc.Customer focused with the ability to collaborate with others to achieve desired outcomesExcellent attention to detailPrioritisation and time management skills, demonstrating flexibility and ability to work autonomouslyDemonstrates good teamwork ethic, showing willingness to assist peers and take on additional tasksActively seeks out self-improvement, professional development opportunities and feedbackTakes ownership of role, responsibilities, and impact on the wider team

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