Accountant

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Accountant

UBS
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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8 hours agoFull–time
Job details
Job Type
Full-time

Full Job Description

India

Finance

Group Functions

Job Reference #

265453BR

City

Mumbai

Job Type

Full Time

Your role

Do you have sharp analytical, communication and technical accounting skills? An exciting opportunity is available in Group Accounting Policy team where you will be responsible for:
• Coordination and management of the activities of the accounting change forum – this involves maintenance of the tracker for the accounting developments collection of inputs from all stakeholders, preparation of the monthly meeting packs and internal publication/communication of deliverables
• Providing technical accounting guidance on queries/ transactions – research using internal (UBS developed accounting guidance) and external resources ( IFRS literature, Big four etc) and proposing practical and technically accurate solutions
• Monitoring the IFRS standard setting activity - tracking the standard setting space (IASB and IFRIC) and coordination with topic owners
• Financial Accounting Policy reviews – together with the subject matter experts performing reviews of UBS accounting policies to ensure they are up to date and fit for purpose
• Newsletter – coordination of the periodic production the newsletter, including communication with other team members
• Peer analysis of disclosures and targeted analysis of the accounting treatment for specific areas
• Preparation and delivery of training on accounting policies.

Your team

You’ll be part of the Group Accounting Policy team in India and globally. We are a team of highly trained accounting subject matter experts that advise and fully support all Business Divisions and Group Functions on IFRS accounting issues.

Your expertise
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a university degree
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience
• Proficient with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs)
• Knowledge of financial instruments, banking and banking products gained at a large financial services organization and/or through training with one of the Big Four accountancy firms (preferably in a technical accounting team or accounting advisory role)
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with staff at all levels
• Proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
• Fluent in English
• Hands-on solution oriented mentality, pro-activity, flexibility and commitment are key

About us

UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.

With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?

How we hire

This role requires an assessment on application. Learn more about how we hire: www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/experienced-professionals.html

Join us

At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Disclaimer / Policy Statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce