Who are we looking for?
This position offers an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their knowledge of financial reporting and preparation of financial statements for investment funds in compliance with appropriate regulatory frameworks and accounting standards. This is an entry level position.
Why this role is important to us:
Financial Reporting department is responsible for preparation of monthly, quarterly, half year end and year-end financial statements for investment funds.
What you will be responsible for:
Prepare and complete first draft of audited annual and unaudited interim financial statements from trial balance, including Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Schedule of Investments, Notes to financial statements, in line with applicable reporting standards
Prepare reporting templates for annual and interim cycles
Liaise with other departments to address and resolve all issues identified within a trial balance
Prepare audit files and reconciliations in line with standard operating procedure
Process changes accurately to financial statements in compliance with appropriate accounting and regulatory standards
Work to tight client deadlines in order to meet reporting timelines
Maintain and develop relationships with our internal clients and supporting teams (e.g. Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency, Custody/Trustee)
Be up to date with current accounting standard changes communicated by the senior staff
Comply with accounting policies/procedures and internal control documentation
Understand the core processes and areas of risk within the business area and work with a management team to mitigate them
Constantly improve knowledge and skills in the area of accounting, financial reporting and the investment funds sector
Participate in projects impacting the wider group where possible
Take on ad hoc project work as required from your managers.
What we value
Aptitude for figures, accuracy
Good command of English
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
PC literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Understanding of basic accounting principles
Knowledge of Financial Reporting would be advantageous
Have an enquiring mind and a willingness to investigate and solve problems
Seeks responsibility
Skills:
Self-motivated
Professional
Multitasking ability
Enthusiastic
Takes Ownership and Initiative
Adaptable – ability to develop new approaches to solving problems
Team player
Education and Qualification:
A person with relevant financial education in the field of economics, finance, accounting or similar (preferred) – min. Bachelor.
General knowledge of financial services industry. Knowledge of Financial Reporting is a plus.
We offer
Flexible working hours (restricted to the current business need)
No intra-day deadlines
Interesting, non-repetitive process
Employee savings plan
Premium life insurance package
VIP medical package
International operating environment
Language classes
Soft skills trainings
Technical workshops
Note : This requirement is for Hybrid working model with mandatory 3 days working from office.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will…