Job Description:
Job Title: DWS India Finance – Associate
Corporate Title: Associate
Location: Pune, India
Role Description
Support the DWS India CFO, performing validation and checks (V&C) on DWS India head office reporting, month end closing, Audit, regulatory submissions and transfer pricing process.
Support in the entity Accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) process and related journal bookings
Support indirect, corporate taxes and transfer pricing compliances
Assisting on treasury related matters as necessary
This role will also cover entity planning, Internal Control and Oversight, and Relationship Management
Communication will be a key element, including dealing with various DWS and DB teams
Key relationships/Interactions
DWS APAC CFO, DWS India CFO, DWS India Entity Controller
DB Group Finance – DKS Finance, Cost Close, Compensation, Allocations, Legal Entity Close, Reference Data
DWS regional and global teams
Deloitte (for Tax Book of Work)
External Auditors
Local regulators
What we’ll offer you
As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy,
Best in class leave policy.
Gender neutral parental leaves
100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
Accident and Term life Insurance
Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above
Your key responsibilities
Entity Close Reporting
Review and analysis of month end financial accounting for DWS India, including the analysis of month end Profit and Loss
Support accounts receivable and accounts payable process to ensure regular settlements and avoid long outstanding receivables and payables
Support export procedures like Softex, EDPMS, STPI and related FEMA compliances
Secondary account owner of balance sheet items of DWS India, which includes review of account reconciliations performed by primary account owners
Support year end external audit and any regulatory queries and submissions
Review, analysis and advisory where Finance input is required. Consequently, excellent analytical skills will be required.
The Finance Analyst will be working directly with various DWS and DWS India stakeholders. Communication and interpersonal skills are therefore highly desirable to succeed in the position.
Transfer Pricing
Work with TP Governance to ensure alignment with TP topics and inventories are kept
Review of DWS India cost recharges, invoicing and settlement to relevant DWS and DB entities
Design and implement process change solutions for DWS India
Subject matter expert for India accounting policies/standards
Your skills and experience
Candidates will ideally have previous experience in one or more of the following areas:
1-3 year locally qualified Accountant or 3–7-year experienced Commerce graduate
Regulatory reporting and financial accounting
Management reporting
Skills and Knowledge
A combination of the following areas of experience would be highly regarded
With knowledge on local India GAAP
Hans on experience in GST compliance
Proficient in MS Excel
SAP knowledge (Good to have)
Key Finance Competencies
Teamwork & Organisational Influence
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Business Advisory & Partnership
Financial Control and Leadership
Flexibility, Adaptability and Innovation
How we’ll support you
Training and development to help you excel in your career.
Coaching and support from experts in your team.
A culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs.
About us and our teams
Please visit our company website for further information:
https://www.db.com/company/company.html
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.