Production of daily and periodic reporting and management information for Global Markets
Monitor and ensure that the P&L is approved by the respective desk on a daily basis
Continually review the MI the unit is producing for correctness, accuracy, automation and efficiency
Develop and implement P&L Attribution process, including P&L impacts from Cancel & Amend trades, Day One P&L, and Greeks
Work closely with IPV controllers to understand price testing P&L impacts and process relevant valuation adjustments
Review and suggest changes to the daily sell down process. Ensure the MTM and accrual sell down process are performed as per predetermined frequency
Contribute to project to automate P&L reporting and adjustment process
General Ledger reconciliation
Daily P&L reconciliation process
Balance Sheet reconciliation and substantiation process
Develop and contribute to reconciliation process improvements, and Group Finance project initiatives
Hedge Effectiveness Testing
Assist to review daily monitoring and quarterly effectiveness testing results of Hedge packages performed by Valuation Control Unit
Monitor and advise on IFRS/IAS regarding Hedge accounting
Process and Procedures
Ensure that Product Control audit queries and points have been responded to and managed appropriately
Ensure that Operational Risks in the unit are identified, and the appropriate controls, processes, procedures and reconciliations are in place
Ensure that all processes and procedures for the unit are appropriate, current and adhered to
Manage accounting queries with Group Finance including changes to IFRS/IAS
Ensure that all appropriate reconciliations are monitored and are cleared in a timely manner
Assist with strategic initiatives including Global expansion, automation of reporting and reconciliation, implementation of automated Hedge testing, and development of P&L attribution
Frameworks, Boundaries, & Decision Making Authority
If any, ensure compliance and execution of RACI, accountabilities and responsibilities assigned to him/her as per the approved authorization matrix or documents (e.g. policy, process, memorandum, DOA, etc.) which is updated from time to time
Authorized to take decisions as per the approved authorization matrix or documents (e.g. policy, process, memorandum, DOA, etc.) which is updated from time to time
Ensure awareness and understanding of authorization provided to him/her from time to time
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified accountant or equivalent post graduate qualification (i.e. CA, CPA, CIMA or Masters in relevant field)
5-7 years experience in an international Global Markets banking environment
Significant exposure to financial products including FX, Rates, Equities, Credit and Commodities
Strong understanding of current IFRS and IAS including hedge accounting
Well-developed team management skills & good experience in the management of a small team
Well-developed communication skills, verbal & written
A proven ability to operate effectively at various organization levels & a willingness to adopt a hands-on approach to problem solving where appropriate