We are a leading international bank focused on helping people and companies prosper across Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
\nTo us, good performance is about much more than turning a profit. It\u2019s about showing how you embody our valued behaviours \u2013 do the right thing, better together and never settle \u2013 as well as our brand promise, Here for good.
\nWe\u2019re committed to promoting equality in the workplace and creating an inclusive and flexible culture \u2013 one where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation. This in turn helps us to provide better support to our broad client base.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Analyst, Close to Report \u2013 Financial Reporting<\/strong><\/p>\n The Role Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n Financial Reporting<\/p>\n Maintain financial reporting integrity and review all data included in the financial reports for accuracy and completeness Proactively communicate with the FORM through the line manager on operational risk management issues as they arise. Escalate significant events to FORM as appropriate Closing Date<\/strong>: 6th March 2020<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" We are a leading international bank focused on helping people and companies prosper across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. To us, good performance is about much more than turning…..<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6721,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p2nO32-bS5","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45637"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6721"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45637"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45637\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45637"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45637"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45637"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nPerform trial balance and general ledger reviews to confirm appropriate accounting and statement in books based on the above lists
\nEngage with Country Finance team for data reviews and confirmation on posting journals for appropriate rectification and adjustments to ledger data
\nEngage with IFRS reporting team to ensure that reporting actions based on past-quarters\u2019 group queries have been completed and do not recur
\nPerform quarterly analysis of movements in balances, variance and identify business reasons
\nWorking closely with stakeholders across Country finance, Business finance and Group Finance teams and manage expectations
\nPerform business review of IFRS schedules \u2013 profit and loss, balance sheet and off-balance sheet \u2013 to confirm expected results are reported in the schedules
\nComplying with all governance requirements \u2013 Process metrics review, Service review calls, BCP.
\nCoordinate with internal and external auditors to provide timely information and support when required
\nEngage and collaborate with Country and Group teams for process, knowledge and change management
\nContribute effectively as GFS Africa initiatives as necessary
\nOperational Risk<\/p>\n
\nCoordinate and consolidate operational risk and loss reporting of the unit for the reporting to the FORM. Ensure data accuracy and completeness
\nUndertake and\/or coordinate periodic business monitoring (self assessment) activities within the business unit and escalate findings or breaches to FORM.
\nAssist line manager and FORM in the implementation of OR framework or other relevant OR initiatives
\nEnsure that all processes and procedures within the unit are properly documented and continuously updated in DOIs and Process flows
\nOur Ideal Candidate
\nQualified Accountant is a must \u2013 CA, CPA or CIMA (UK)
\nUniversity degree preferably in Business or Accounting. MBA will be an added advantage
\n3 \u2013 5 years post qualification relevant work experience in a Financial Reporting role preferably in a Financial services industry with specific experience in performing analytical reviews of legal entity\/statutory reporting (schedules and data) with business in focus
\nSkills \u2013 Functional
\nKnowledge of IFRS reporting standards and practices
\nExtensive working experience in different financial and accounting systems
\nSkills \u2013 Behavioural
\nExcellent attention to detail
\nStrong analytical and problem solving skills
\nExcellent network building and strong interpersonal skills to work with people from diverse culture and background
\nDemonstrates intellectual curiosity of how people, process and systems can perform better
\nDemonstrates integrity and professionalism, with the intent to do the right thing at all times
\nAbility to multitask and prioritize diverse tasks.
\nPeople management exposure in leading and managing small\/mid sized teams.
\nExcellent project managerial skills and ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects required.
\nFacilitate and coordinate multiple deadlines, create cohesive teams, and respond quickly to management requests.
\nProven ability to perform under pressure and stress and to adjust plans to meet changing needs and requirements.<\/p>\n