Financial Accounting Associate

• Provide support for financial accounting related matters for lines of business and control functions
• Review basic activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts, financial statements and regulatory reports
• Gather financial data for financial and regulatory reports
• Review data from the general ledger, unit reports and various financial systems to ensure accuracy
• Receive direction from managers and exercise independent judgment while developing understanding of financial control functions in accordance with the company’s internal control policies
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

6+ months of Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Financial Reporting, Accounting Reporting or Risk Reporting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• CA/CMA/CS/CPA/MBA/M.Com
• Knowledge and understanding of conversions, system analysis, data mapping, conversion reconcilement, validation and implementations
• Ability to grasp complex business issues quickly, recommend solutions, and drive for resolutions
• Knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS and Commercial Lending
• A solid understanding of the accounting, reporting, and internal control issues facing large, diversified US financial services institutions
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience executing a internal control assessment
• Track record of successfully partnering with others to drive change
• Ability to troubleshoot, identify and understand downstream impacts
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, drive innovation, credibly challenge and proactively influence risk and control environments
• Ability to quickly evaluate emerging risks, understand impacts and implement appropriate adjustments to plan