Natixis in Portugal
Financial Services
Controller
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“Controller at Natixis in Portugal. Skills: Financial statements certification, Data reconciliation, Accounting results analysis. Oversee certification of financial statements. Produce monthly/quarterly reconciliations”
Industry & Context.
Detect anomalies; Analyze root causes
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Higher education in Accounting, Economics, Management, Fluent level of English is mandatory
Nice to Have
Initial professional experience in banking or audit, Knowledge of bank accounting is ideal, Familiarity with CIB products and activities is a asset, Advanced skills in Excel and Access proficiency is a plus, Experience with Power BI is also beneficial, Prior experience as an Accounting Expert or in external audit, French knowledge is a plus
What You'll Do.
Oversee certification of financial statements
Produce monthly/quarterly reconciliations
Analyze foreign exchange position
Determine accounting and financial adjustments
Contribute to quarterly closing controls
Justify differences in accounting standards
Provide justification for all accounts
Enhance control mechanisms with automation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Liaise with Market Risk teams; Liaise with Support departments; Liaise with other Finance departments; Interactions with Paris team
Full Job Description
Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas — Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management — as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group. With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group. A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem. As a member of Finance, you will join the Financial Data Integrity department. This department is responsible for producing and justifying accounts for Natixis's CIB (Corporate & Investment Banking) activities. The department comprises approximately 118 employees in Portugal, and you will join a team (CCC) of over 35 people in Porto. As a Controller, your responsibilities will include the data reconciliation for certification of financial statements proposed. This involves producing, analyzing, making any necessary corrections, and validating accounting results and exposures for monthly and quarterly closings. You will focus on one of the CIB's activity areas (Equity Market & Commodity, Financing, or Fixed Income) within a major French banking institution with an international presence. Your future mission in FDI/ Closing controls & certification (loD1.1) * Oversee the certification of financial statements within your perimeter, including the Balance Sheet, Off-Balance Sheet items, and monthly/quarte
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