Présentation de la société : SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE

At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

Whether you're joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Missions

Société Générale Securities Services (SGSS) is part of Global Banking & Investor Solutions (GBIS) , a key pillar of Société Générale's universal banking model.

SGSS has been active in Ireland for 20 years and is a leading player in servicing Irish domiciled and offshore collective investment vehicles. We act locally as fund administrator and depositary for a wide range of international clients who manage schemes from UCITS to AIFs including private equity and real estate structures, hedge funds and special purpose vehicles.

The Finance department is responsible for 2 entities in Dublin; SGSS Ireland Ltd and SG Dublin Branch and provides all accounting, banking, intercompany invoicing, internal and regulatory reporting, internal and external auditing, and other ad hoc queries from management.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Financial Accountant is responsible for, amongst other things; applying principles of accounting to prepare financial reports, analyzing financial information, and using appropriate accounting control procedures.

In a very dynamic and growing business the Financial Accountant will be responsible for:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts and document business transactions
• Prepare monthly closing pack to include monthly financial statements, reconciliation files and variance analysis and commentary
• Communicate financial reporting information both internally to head office and externally to the central bank before respective deadlines
• Monitor intercompany invoicing and aged debtors
• Process timely VAT information
• Prepare and file tax computation
• Analyze and review budgets, revenue and expenditure trends, and ensure expenditure control
• Resolve accounting discrepancies
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems and manual filing systems (Dynamics, Management Reporter, Magnitude)
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits
• Other duties as assigned
• Participate in any finance related projects
• Provide accounting policy orientation for new processes

Due to the VIE eligibility criteria a questionnaire will be provided. Please make sure to answer all the questions for an efficient analysis of your application.

Profil recherché

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply for a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.

Studies & experience:

• Graduate with a Master's degree from Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in math, business or finance

Language skills:

• Fluent in English (B2-C1)

Technical, operational & Soft skills:

• Proficient/Good command of MS Office
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent numeric and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work as part of team or on own initiative to meet deadlines
• Desire to learn new skills
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Financial Reporting Standards
• Ability to analyze financial and statistical data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications
• Knowledge of statutory regulations
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule in order to respect deadlines