Head of Period End Close - FTP Sites, HSBC

HSBC

Location:
India, Gurugram

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

Head of Period End Close - FTP Sites role at HSBC, responsible for leading accounting processes supporting FTP sites in FinOps, ensuring robust control environment for Financial Accounting processes that deliver Ledger integrity, accurate and timely Financials and Reporting.

Job Responsibility:

Deliver a well-controlled GL close and Reporting process under Group/Local Requirements for the entities in scope
Provide expert judgement on new product due diligence (NPDD) and GSM related initiatives
Be responsible for reviewing and monitoring adequacy of internal controls in the process
Review of the critical deliverables of the process in Period end close & Reporting
SME in closure of books per IFRS
Support the Leads in implementing Changes driven by Regulatory/New reporting requirements
Work with the In-country leads for driving the country/entity specific projects at FinOps
Proactively manage and provide guidance to the FinOps team for managing and resolving process issues
Identify opportunities for process re-engineering / improvement
Be responsible for the implementation of effective control/risk/compliance management mechanisms
Ensure robust control environment for Financial Accounting processes
Ensure adherence to Group policies, audit, controls, and compliance requirements
Deliver year on year efficiency
Ensure optimum utilization of resources and plan for peak load volumes
Manage the Operational Risk
Maintain cross training for all critical deliverables

Requirements:

Effective management and oversight of Financial Accounting and Balance Sheet Substantiation control environment
Develop good understanding of different source booking systems like Treats, OBS etc.
To continually reassess the operational risks
Govern and review processes to drive standardization across FA including EUCs, BCP, PLAs, KPIs etc.
Pro-active and innovative approach to process improvement
Lead/manage forums for discussion, alignment and decision-making on Group Financial Accounting and Balance Sheet Substantiation controls
Minimum of 20+ years working within Financial Services
Good understanding of financial products and associated accounting
Understanding of control frameworks and how to implement effective controls
Skilled in handling and controlling operational processes
Strong ability to anticipate, identify and mitigate risks
Deep experience of a range of operational processes across financial services environment
Track record of leading change in complex environment
Good problem solver with well-developed analytical skills
Experience of delivering to multiple internal and external stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple and conflicting objectives
Proven ability to influence at senior levels
Excellent all-round communication skills

Nice to have:

Experience of working in Banking/Financial services organization of repute
Change Mind-set driving automation and simplification agenda
Ability to develop effective working relationships with business partners/customers
Ability to bring analytical rigor, structure, and solution to problematic areas
Excellent attention to detail

What we offer:

Continuous professional development
Flexible working
Opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment
Equal opportunity employer
Valued and respected workplace

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 15, 2025

Expiration:
October 28, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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