Opportunity brief
BNP Paribas is hiring for the role of Analyst - Audit Controls!
Responsibilities of the Candidate:
- Execute 2nd level accounting controls across key areas defined by the BNP Paribas Standard Accounting Control Plan, including deal and position reconciliations, Nostro reconciliations, manual entries, dormant accounts, risk ratings, provisioning, and intercompany/internal deals. - Monitor account sign-offs and 1st level control certification processes, identifying control deficiencies, reporting incidents, and escalating accounting issues. - Contribute to monthly "Entity Control Reports" for Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) to summarize accounting control outcomes across Asia-Pacific entities. - Track accounting control metrics through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), preparing ad-hoc control memos when issues arise. - Partner with the Regional Financial Reporting team and IT stakeholders to address accounting issues, standardize booking schemes, and automate control workflows. - Support BNP Paribas' broader operational permanent control framework and financial risk governance.
Requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Master's Degree / equivalent in Accounting/Finance. - Experience Level: Fresher CA or experienced professional with a mandatory background in banking and accounting controls/audit. - Mandatory Industry Exposure: Strong understanding of Banking, Investment Banking products, financial instruments, and accounting control frameworks. - Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); IFRS knowledge is preferred. - Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills with a strong attention to detail and control mindset.