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Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

World Bank

3 - 8 years

5 - 10 Lacs

chennai

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financial statements sap us gaap financial reporting financial analysis reconciliation billing gaap corporate finance financial services

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Job Description

The Financial Analyst will serve a technical role with respect to the Chennai based loan accounting team, and in ensuring strong collaboration and knowledge sharing within the division. This role requires sound knowledge of IBRD and IDA loan products and policies, together with a strong background and experience in monthly closings in a production accounting unit that regularly interacts with Bank colleagues across other Finance VPUs, Operations, IFC, MIGA, and the external auditors. A large part of the work program relates to addressing urgent and unanticipated issues that arise on a regular basis from all levels of the organization.

Quarterly and Year-end closings:

directly perform accounting closing production work for the IBRD/IDA loans portfolios, including key account reviews, reconciliation, analysis preparation. This work involves a large hands-on component working in underlying systems and other related modules. Directly engage with other corporate finance units, and the external auditors.

Quarterly and Year-End Reporting:

Contribute to the preparation of loan-related notes and disclosures for financial statements and MD&A in accordance with US GAAP.

Client Service:

Respond to borrower information requests, debt-related queries, provide debt service workshops to clients, support to Bank, Country and Regional teams on billing and/or other financial matters.

Financial Analysis:

Proactively identify trends and/or potential inconsistencies through critical review of data and fact patterns regarding the loans portfolio. Lead/assist/support the response to queries from senior management, external auditors etc.

Internal Control Oversight:

proactively adopt and role model a strong control mindset. Set team norms to learn from past issues, identify areas in need of strengthening, and initiating appropriate actions.

Quality control

ensure accuracy and completeness of loan portfolio accounts, including review of loan master data set up, interest rates, reconciliations etc.

Business Analysis:

draft and articulate business needs in business requirement documents related to new system needs, products or policies. Perform user acceptance testing of new systems and functionality.

CA, CPA or equivalent designation Bachelor s in finance, Accounting or relevant discipline

Minimum 3 years post qualification experience in a corporate accounting setting, and hands on experience in an accounting production environment

Experience in financial services industry with preference towards experience in an international multilateral organization

Preferable: Big Four or equivalent public accounting experience is advantageous

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and proficiency with researching and applying accounting standards

Preferable: Knowledge of the World Bank s loan products and policies is advantageous

Hands on experience with an ERP system with strong preference to SAP experience

Demonstrated and proven attention to details is required

Strong knowledge of and practical experience in designing and implementing internal controls over day-to-day processes and financial reporting related tasks

Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain and express views/opinions clearly and confidently

Ability to manage simultaneous competing demands and deliver on time

Ability to deal sensitively in a multi-cultural environment and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues.

1. Sense of Urgency Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact. 3. Empowerment and Accountability Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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