Financial Analyst – Legal Entity Control

Join Société Générale, a leading global bank, as a Financial Analyst in our Legal Entity Control team. In this role, you will play a vital part in our Finance Department within the Global Banking and Investor Solutions (GBIS) sector. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate financial reports and strategic guidance, ensuring efficient management of capital and resources. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development.

Responsibilities

As a Financial Analyst, your daily tasks will include:

Monthly Close Process

• Control Reviews: You will conduct control reviews on intercompany reconciliations and ensure accuracy in French to IFRS GAAP reconciliations.
• Account Certification: Certify monthly accounts by reviewing account balance supports and preparing balance certifications.
• Control Certifications: Complete monthly GBS control certifications to confirm the review of key controls such as OCI account reconciliation and manual account reviews.
• Analytics: Analyze the Balance Sheet and Income Statement to ensure accurate reporting.
• Facilitate Closings: Assist in recording adjustments and ensuring a smooth month-end closing process, including monitoring corporate expense accruals.

Quarterly and Yearly Close Process

• Regulatory Compliance: You will ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements for subsidiaries, including offshore regulatory reporting in Mexico and Brazil.
• Timely Filings: Review filing requirements and ensure timely submissions to regulatory authorities when needed.
• Certification of Controls: Certify key controls necessary for preparing and filing financial statements, as well as conducting annual retained earnings reconciliation.

Additional Support

• Downstream Reporting Needs: Provide necessary support and information for various downstream reporting needs.
• New Product Support: Engage in discussions with the New Product Committee, ensuring smooth transitions from project to production phases.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with the ITEC support team to enhance processes continually, maintaining an innovative and open mindset.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Experience: You should have 2 to 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Accounting Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts, including familiarity with financial product structures.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with strong presentation abilities.
• Teamwork: Ability to work well with others and be open to feedback while demonstrating integrity in a professional setting.

Preferred Skills

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Business Objects and Figaro is a plus.
• Analytical Tools: Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau, Alteryx, and Power BI is desirable.
• Accounting Standards: Understanding of IFRS and US GAAP is advantageous.
• Language Skills: Spanish proficiency is beneficial.

Language Proficiency

• You must be proficient in English, both spoken and written, to effectively collaborate with colleagues and partners in the United States.

Benefits

At Société Générale, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Vacation Time: Enjoy a minimum of 20 vacation days plus 4 personal days.
• Parental Leave: We support a family-friendly environment with generous maternity, paternity, parental, and adoption leave policies.
• Health Spending Accounts: Receive $2,000 per year for health expenses and $1,000 per year for personal spending, with over 75 eligible reimbursement categories.
• Virtual Healthcare: Fully sponsored virtual healthcare assistance and an Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Employee Resource Groups: Engage with various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that promote diversity and inclusion within our workplace.
• Continuous Development: Take advantage of training programs through platforms like Coursera and Pluralsight to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Applying Guide

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply. Here’s how to proceed:

1. Prepare Your Resume: Highlight your relevant experience, education, and skills.
2. Submit Your Application: Apply through the Société Générale careers page or the job portal where you found this listing.
3. Track Your Application: After applying, you will receive confirmation of your application. Feel free to reach out for updates or assistance.
4. Prepare for Interviews: Research Société Générale, its culture, and recent developments in the financial sector to demonstrate your enthusiasm and knowledge during the interview.
5. Stay Engaged: Follow up on your application status and be ready to discuss your experiences and how they align with the role.

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