Junior Financial Control Officer ( French Speaker) | SG
Job Summary
Team presentation and main goal:
The mission of Group Financial Control is to steer and promote within the functions of the Groups companies and through the internal control system the production of reliable and high-quality accounting financial and extra-financial information.
The missions are structured around 3 this context Group Financial Control:
- STEERING:
- Defines the strategy by drafting standards and procedures in the field of Financial Control as well as overseeing the involvement of the Statutory Auditors within the Group.
- Sets objectives for the Groups entities (via the Annual Group Plan) to be incorporated into the objectives of each entity (Local Annual Plan).
- Manages a functional network the financial control network attached to the permanent control network by organizing meetings sharing best practices and developing training initiatives. Local functions in this control area are functionally reporting to Group Financial Control.
- MONITORING: Ensures the supervision and evaluation of the Financial Control network within the Group for the most material entities by organizing reporting to the entities and surveillance.
- CONTROLLING (Control): Organizes like all other entities its work around 2 main activities: the control of accounting processes and reporting processes (independent review of reports).
Main tasks and goals:
Analysis and validation of accounting financial and extra-financial information production processes
- Understand the controlled domain and the adequacy of the system/framework.
- Conduct interviews on the studied areas.
- Evaluate processes or systems/frameworks (by identifying their main risk areas areas for improvement and strengths) and participate in their assurance/reliability.
- Participate in the establishment of the Control Plan based on risk assessment process analysis and the analysis of published accounting financial and non-financial information.
2nd level continuous controls on accounting processes based on a risk-based approach within the framework of closing accounts and/or interim assignments
- Organize intervention schedule and participate in the development of the annual control plan.
- Implement control guides update them or identify new ones by drawing upon on the one hand the processes/procedures/operating methods and work carried out and formalized at the first level and on the other hand audit/control techniques (plausibility and coherence checks sample testing tracing back to supporting documents etc.).
- Control compliance with the normative framework (standards reference system) and documentary framework (processes procedures and operating methods) and with decisions made by specialized committees or management and supervisory bodies.
- Report findings in a Summary Note and to the business units and issue corrective action plans (or recommendations).
- Ensure the progress by the relevant business units of issued recommendations or proposals.
- Participate in the coordination of internal control actions and in the animation of the system in liaison and in line with other control functions.
- Participate in the management or participation in cross-functional projects concerning control or improving the quality of financial and accounting information.
- Participate in the organization of the statutory audit system and ensure on behalf of the Audit Committee its oversight.
Participation in the supervision and animation of the internal control function/profession
- Contribute to and participate in the updating of the normative or operational framework (control guides) for the entities.
- Participate in ongoing initiatives in terms of automation development and the use of AI in the control process.
Participate in the independent review of reporting based on assigned areas using the same approach mentioned above and contribute to the update of the Reporting Booklet.
(Additional information (schedule possible travelling internal and external interactions etc.)
Qualifications :
- Languages: Fluent in English and French.
- Education: Masters Degree in Accounting Audit or equivalent.
- Experience:
- Financial Audit: 3 years required.
- Production of banking accounting or banking accounting reporting: 1-3 years
- PRINCIPAL SOFT SKILLS:
- Autonomy
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Numerical Proficiency / Handling Numbers
- Persuasiveness
- Ability to Switch Reasoning Approaches (Alternating Reasoning Modes)
- Tenacity
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills (Analyze & Solve)
- Relationship Building / Maintaining Relationships
- Curiosity
- DESIRED HARD SKILLS:
- Ethical Rules / Code of Conduct
- Accounting and Financial Audit Methods
- Knowledge of Accounting and Prudential Regulations for Financial Companies
- Banking Regulations
- Risk Analysis Methods
- Data Process and Procedure Analysis Techniques
- Project Management Techniques
- Financial Software
- Advanced Technical Knowledge: Banking accounting/ Accounting for financial and hedging activities
- Notions: Consolidation
Additional Information :
Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club a Prayer Room a Lactation Room and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies we are committed to being inclusive caring and fair ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Natixis in Portugal is fully integrated in the global organization of Natixis, a French multinational financial services firm specialized in Asset & Wealth Management, Corporate & Investment Banking, Insurance and Payments. A subsidiary of Groupe BPCE, Natixis counts nearly 16.000 emp ... View more