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VIE Financial Reporting Officer- H/F/X

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's in Finance/Economics, 2-4 years in financial reporting/audit, fluency in English (French a plus), strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and MS Office proficiency.
  • You will manage financial reporting, prepare and review statements, maintain client relationships, ensure compliance, oversee regulatory filings, train staff, and drive operational improvements.

Requirements

  • Graduate with a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics from an Engineering School or University with a specialization in business or finance
  • 2-4 years’ experience of financial reporting and/or audit experience with knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS
  • Fluent in English
  • Any other language (especially French) would be an asset
  • Knowledge of PAYE / PRSI / VAT reporting is an advantage
  • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work stand alone or as part of a team
  • Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn essential
  • Aptitude for figures
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
  • Experience of working with deadlines
  • Have a thorough understanding of accounting principles together with an awareness of all current technical issues
  • P.C. literate – experience with the Microsoft Office package is essential

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and develop relationships with your clients, external auditors, outsourced providers, etc.
  • Manage the financial reporting process (audit planning, management, filing) for a range of clients
  • Prepare and review audited annual and interim financial statements (including workings) in accordance with procedures, relevant accounting standards (eg. Irish, IFRS, US, other GAAP) and the relevant regulatory disclosure requirements (eg. UCITS, AIFMD, etc.)
  • Ensures timely and accurate results for each of the reports within each relationship
  • Expands and promotes the image of SGSS to all external contacts
  • Attends to the Board Meetings of Investment Managers
  • Oversee and review the completion of central bank of Ireland / stock exchange and other regulatory and tax filings
  • Compliance with service level agreements with the accounting teams / external stakeholders
  • Compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements
  • Monitor progress of financial statements preparation
  • Train, coach and instruct other staff in the team / other teams / departments as required
  • Keep log of issues encountered and report regularly to staff /management on issues and areas for improvement
  • Raise ideas to manager to support continuous operational improvements
  • Perform other duties as required from time to time

FAQs

What is the role of a VIE Financial Reporting Officer at Société Générale Securities Services?

The VIE Financial Reporting Officer is responsible for managing the financial reporting process, preparing and reviewing audited financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and maintaining relationships with clients and external auditors.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics, 2-4 years of financial reporting and/or audit experience, and knowledge of Irish GAAP and IFRS.

What language skills are necessary for this role?

Fluency in English is required, and any additional language, especially French, would be an asset.

Where is this VIE assignment located?

This VIE assignment is located in Dublin, Ireland.

What are the eligibility criteria for the VIE program?

The program is open to candidates under 28 years old from member states of the European Economic Space, and they cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

When does the VIE assignment start?

The VIE assignment is set to begin on January 1st, 2025.

How long does the VIE assignment last?

The VIE assignment lasts for 24 months.

Are there opportunities for career advancement after the VIE?

Yes, there could be various opportunities offered at the end of the VIE, both in France and abroad.

What type of support will I receive in this role?

You will be integrated into the teams and learn alongside experts who will support you, helping you become more independent in your projects over time.

Does Société Générale promote diversity and equal opportunities?

Yes, Société Générale is committed to diversity and recognizes and promotes all talents, regardless of various characteristics that could be subject to discrimination.

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Mission & Purpose

Societe Generale is one of the leading European financial services groups. Based on a diversified and integrated banking model, the Group combines financial strength and proven expertise in innovation with a strategy of sustainable growth. Committed to the positive transformations of the world’s societies and economies, Societe Generale and its teams seek to build, day after day, together with its clients, a better and sustainable future through responsible and innovative financial solutions. Active in the real economy for over 150 years, with a solid position in Europe and connected to the rest of the world, Societe Generale has over 117,000 members of staff in 66 countries and supports on a daily basis 25 million individual clients, businesses and institutional investors around the world by offering a wide range of advisory services and tailored financial solutions. The Group is built on three complementary core businesses: - French Retail Banking which encompasses the SG and Boursorama brands. Each offers a full range of financial services with omnichannel products at the cutting edge of digital innovation; - International Retail Banking, Insurance and Financial Services, with networks in Africa, Central and Eastern Europe and specialised businesses that are leaders in their markets; - Global Banking and Investor Solutions, which offers recognised expertise, key international locations and integrated solutions. Societe Generale is included in the principal socially responsible investment indices: DJSI (Europe), FTSE4Good (Global and Europe), Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Refinitiv Diversity and Inclusion Index, Euronext Vigeo (Europe and Eurozone), STOXX Global ESG Leaders indexes, and the MSCI Low Carbon Leaders Index (World and Europe).