Accounting & Controlling - Associate (f/m/d)

Who we are

United by a sense of purpose towards our customers – to be a trusted partner for the long-term – and our universal banking platform in EMEA, SMBC Group has an international growth agenda and award-winning products, meaning we provide exciting opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. We deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers as well as investment banking and advisory services, and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets. Read on to find out how you could enhance your skills and gain valuable experience, by joining us to support our clients transition to a sustainable future.

Role Summary

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles (SMBC values: Quality and sustainable growth).
• Accounting – Full back-up to the person in charge of the month end accounting processes to guarantee that all term end accounting and closure of the Financial Accounts are performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Prepare and control all Regulatory reports and ensure delivery to authorities within deadlines.
• If reporting issues arise, analyse and propose solutions (SMBC values: proactive and innovative)
• Back-up Audit letter process
• Support EU AG (if) in a logic of cross border collaboration

Business Area

Accounting, Controlling and Reporting

Position Description

• Support the regular monitoring and maintenance of the bank’s general ledgers under IFRS to ensure accounting completeness and correctness.
• Identify errors, escalate any issues, perform analysis of cause, and propose solutions where possible for Regulatory matters
• Create and maintain an internal network identifying key contacts with front and non-front areas in order to support them with any issues they may have.
• Liaise with JRIE to improve current reporting interface to Minosse (software provided by external provider for Reg reporting)
• Liaise with external consultants for Central Bank reporting ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reports

Competencies

What we offer

For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.

As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working 
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance 
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services  
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities 
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!