Manager Trainee

As a Manager Trainee in the Finance business at HSBC, you will play a crucial role in managing book closure and financial/regulatory reporting processes. Your responsibilities will include ensuring timely and accurate completion of all Business-As-Usual (BAU) activities, preparing and analyzing journals/reports before final submission, and identifying sources of adhoc/new requirements to develop processes to meet them regularly. It will be essential to stay updated on reporting requirements, make necessary process changes to align with system changes, and maintain strong relationships with internal customers while upholding robust controls. A key challenge in this role will be adapting to changes related to systems, managing stakeholders" expectations for change projects, modifying procedures to accommodate evolving business/regulatory/system requirements, and designing processes to meet new reporting requirements effectively. To be successful in this position, you should hold a CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) with at least 1 year of post-qualification experience or a B.Com/M.Com/CA Inter with a minimum of 4 years of experience. Past experience in external/regulatory reporting of legal entity financials and supplementary reports, preferably within the banking industry, will be beneficial. You should possess advanced knowledge of MS Excel, basic knowledge of MS Access, hands-on experience with systems like Saracen and FTP, and a good understanding of IFRS, particularly IFRS9, and banking products. Experience with financial reporting, IFRS/FINREP/Central bank reporting, and strong analytical skills are essential. Additionally, project management skills, communication proficiency, and interpersonal skills will be valuable assets in leading and executing process improvement initiatives within the team. At HSBC, we are committed to providing a workplace that values all employees, fosters continuous professional development, offers flexible working arrangements, and promotes growth within an inclusive and diverse environment. Join us at HSBC to make a real impact and be a part of a culture where your opinions count and opportunities for advancement abound. Your personal data will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Statement, reflecting our dedication to maintaining a respectful and supportive work environment.,