Responsibilities
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.
Profile required
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 maths, 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
The VIE assignment in a nutshell
This VIE in Ireland is to begin as soon as possible but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 18 months.
In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.
The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France’s eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.
We would like to draw your attention to the fact there that your VIE mission could potentially get postponed, depending on the evolution of the health crisis and subjects to the decision made by the Crisis and Support Centre of the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE). In addition, the selected candidate will only be paid upon confirmation from Business France and arrival in the country of assignment.
Why join us
As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks. Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.
At the end of your V.I.E. contract, various opportunities could be offered to you, in Ireland and abroad.
Business insight
At Société Générale, 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!
Still hesitating?
You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.