Associate, Specialist, Financial Reporting and Accounting, Finance

The Finance department aims to deliver world-class standards in reporting, financial planning, and finance processes. The team provides insights and analyses that assist the bank in making sound business decisions, whether in product development or customer profitability. Additionally, they offer capital management, business planning, forecasting, as well as tax and accounting advisory services. As a professional handling IFRS and group reporting to the Singapore Head Office and Singapore regulator, you will be a part of the Finance team with a solid understanding of banking products and accounting GAAPs, including IFRS. It is essential to have a good grasp of core banking systems and accounting set-up to excel in this role. Key responsibilities include ensuring timely month-end closing in adherence to accounting guidelines, maintaining control over the overall Trial Balance of the Bank, preparing and submitting various financial and regulatory reports to the Head office and Singapore regulator (MAS), creating management information system reports for senior management, providing accounting advice on banking products following IFRS norms, supporting accounting set up in core banking systems for new products, managing the new product approval process, and coordinating statutory and internal audits. Your duties will revolve around month-end closure and various reporting activities, as well as advising on accounting matters and supporting the accounting set-up for both new and existing banking products. Requirements for this role include prior experience in Accounting and Financial reporting, a comprehensive understanding of banking products, accounting norms, regulations, and standards, proficiency in MS-Excel and PowerPoint, familiarity with IFRS, and an inclination towards process automation and reengineering. The preferred qualifications for this position are a Chartered Accountant (CA) with post-qualification experience in banking. However, fresh CAs with exceptional achievements, such as a high rank or passing on the first attempt, will also be considered. Core competencies essential for success in this role include accuracy and timeliness in reporting, multitasking abilities, attention to detail, a control-oriented mindset, effective communication skills (both verbal and written), strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach as a team player, adeptness at meeting tight deadlines, and capability to handle challenging situations. Your technical competencies should encompass a deep understanding of banking products, accounting norms, regulations, and standards, with a preference for knowledge of IFRS, along with proficiency in MS-Excel and MS Office. In terms of work relationships, you should be comfortable networking with other teams, including Technology, Operations, and Business units, as well as liaising within the Finance department and engaging with Senior Management. This full-time position is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and offers a dynamic work environment that requires a high level of commitment, expertise, and collaboration. (Applicant should note the job code and posting date for reference: Job CTLH, Posted on Sep 8, 2025, at 2:30:00 AM),