Job Description

About the Role
Working within the wider Controllers Team, this role supports the preparation and submission of complete, accurate, and timely regulatory reporting to various regulatory authorities.

Responsibilities include oversight of production activities (data processing, report compilation), review of reporting output, and maintenance of a robust control environment.

Responsibilities
Performance of regulatory reporting production tasks, including: Support technical analysis of reporting rules/instructions, working with key stakeholders including EMEA regulatory policy
Monitor/oversee data sourcing and data ingestion processes
Run defined production processes involving data transformation, and as necessary adjustment, to create required outputs
Assess status of key controls, including investigation and resolution of issues where required
Perform analytical review of reporting output, including provision of commentary as necessary

Support development and maintenance of a robust and effective control environment: Work with control stakeholders to ensure that operating controls are fully aligned to the standards and expectations of the EMEA Controller function
Provide relevant control metrics as required to facilitate oversight and governance
Handle issues and errors in line with International Controller and Enterprise-wide policies and procedures
Ensure operational documentation is maintained, and is best in class

Participate in change management activities to support ongoing reporting accuracy and process efficiency: Drive continuous improvement of processes utilized within regulatory reporting, embracing wherever possible digital tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, Workiva
Partner with the change management and technology functions to support major change delivery, including (but not limited to) provision of technical/business requirements, engagement with testing, creation of revised operating models and supporting documentation

In addition to the above individual contributor tasks, this role will directly support the EMEA Financial & Reg reporting lead based in Chennai in the effective running of the Chennai based regulatory reporting team: Provide additional supervisory oversight of team activities on a day-to-day basis
Provide effective 4-eyes review and challenge of output created by the team
Support development of junior team members through transfer of knowledge

Essential Qualifications
Qualified CA/CFA/ICWA/MBA-Finance with 10 years of experience in Finance & Accounting.
Experience managing the preparation of regulatory returns for a financial services organization, ideally encompassing both US and International (UK/European capital & liquidity returns, as well as financial/statistical reporting) submissions.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently within a team structure.
Innovative mindset, with a track record of process enhancement (enhancing efficiency, control, transparency).
Understanding of change management discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively data management teams and Technology partners.
Strong team management and development skills, with a clear vision of how to achieve best in class.
Clear understanding of regulator/best in class expectations in respect of controls and governance.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present concisely and accurately to senior audiences.
Strong academic background, and a financial/accounting professional qualification.
Honesty and integrity in all aspects of their work.
Intuitive; fast learner with good problem-solving skills.
Good time management and organizational skills.

Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of NextGen tools such as Tableau, Confluence, Alteryx, Workiva and similar
Education: CA (Chartered Accountant)r r r r r r r Any Graduate
Industry: Financial Services/Stockbroking, Banking

Skills Required