Balance Sheet Control (intermediate) Analyst with Russian & Ukrainian
- Recruiter
- Citi EMEA
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Salary
- Not disclosed
- Posted
- 19 Aug 2022
- Closes
- 19 Sep 2022
- Ref
- 22512195
- Approved employers
- Approved employer
- Job role
- Audit, Compliance/risk, Financial accountant, Financial analyst
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Experience level
- Qualified accountant
Job purpose:
This is an intermediate level (not senior) analytical position. We are looking for Russian and Ukrainian speaking Balance Sheet Control Analyst who will be a Proof Owner ensuring the integrity of Citi’s Balance Sheet by preparing robust reconciliations, remediating issues as they arise and escalating any unresolved items to Finance Management and other Stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented individual to gain exposure to all aspects of the Citi Balance Sheet and get a good understanding of the control environment a bank operates in. This role will interact with areas across Finance providing excellent exposure and opportunities for progression
The Team:
Poland/Warsaw Balance Sheet Proofing unit is part of the Global Balance Sheet Control (Substantiation) Group (under Citigroup Financial Controller oversight) and performs proofing and reconciliation activities for certain EMEA countries/businesses units reported in the EMEA Region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the accurate reporting of the status of the reconciliations owned into Citi reporting tool
- Ensure adherence of pre-defined risk control practices throughout reconciliation and proofing process
- Work with the system support to improve process and address operational issues.
- Reviews items that cause un-reconciled balances between the Subsidiary ledger and the General Ledger; the review also includes other balance sheet issues such as aging, unsupported and unconfirmed items, and abnormal balances
- Performs other forms of reconciling accounts based on the profile of each account
- Ensures that errors and issues for assigned accounts are identified, properly escalated and reported in a timely manner and coordinates these with Account Owners/Exception Owners from various units and businesses for corrective action, and advises them of preventive actions
- Ensure audit preparedness in all aspects of reconciliation and proofing for both internal and external audits & reviews. Understand how duties relate with others in the team/unit and how the unit integrates with others in accomplishing the work of the function.
- Performs testing for system enhancements or resolutions to ensure that updates/changes will not disrupt the production process once implemented
- Develop a strong working relationship with the internal Citi customers serviced by the unit including Account Owners, Country Controllers, Governance teams, Control Leads ensuring that high quality service standards are maintained
- Participates in global various initiatives and projects across EMEA countries
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Very good knowledge of Russian and Ukrainian language is absolutely essential due to the accounts the Incumbent will be working on.
- 2 years of experience, preferably in Banking, Financial Institutions sector
- Fluent English, both oral and writing (Corporate Citi language)
- Proven track record of solving issues
- Analytical ability and good attention to detail
- Must have a very good understanding of accounting process.
- Must use knowledge to resolve difficult proofing issues.
- Desire to enhance the control environment and be able to meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills - written and oral.
- Proficient in MS Office with Advanced Excel skills.
Education:
- Bachelors degree
- Working towards a certification in accounting (ACCA, CPA or local equivalent) would be a strong asset
What we offer:
As well as a competitive salary and consideration for a yearly discretionary bonus Citi offers:
- Attractive benefits (Pension Scheme, Medical Care, Life insurance, Holiday Allowance, Recognition system, flexible working schedule, Maternity and Paternity Scheme etc.).
- Work in a friendly and diversified environment, appreciating differences in style and perspective and using them to add value to decisions leading to organizational success.
- Cooperation with a high quality, international, multicultural and global team.
- Management supporting balanced and agile work (flexible working hours, home office).
- A chance to make a difference with various affinity networks and charity initiatives
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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