VIE Financial Reporting Officer

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 is among the top ten global custodians, and the 2nd largest in Europe, employing over 4,000 staff in 28 locations. SGSS has 4 primary divisions:

1. SBO – Securities Banking Operations
2. FSO – Fund Services Operations
3. CML – Coverage, Marketing and Liquidity Management
4. CAO – Support functions

Société Générale Securities Services (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 investment vehicles. Within SGSS Ireland, you will join the Fund Valuation Services (SGSS/FSO/FVS) department, which is part of the Fund Services Operations Division, responsible for (i) the accounting and valuation of collective investment schemes (UCITS, AIF, PERE funds) and (ii) financial, regulatory and tax reporting. Reporting to the Fund Processing Services (FPS) Head of Operations with strong interactions with senior management and the Risk & Compliance department, the Investor KYC / AML Officer is responsible for:

1. Maintain and develop relationships with clients, external auditors, outsourced providers, etc.
2. Manage the financial reporting process (audit planning, management, filing) for a range of clients.
3. Prepare and review audited annual and interim financial statements in accordance with procedures, relevant accounting standards (e.g., Irish, IFRS, US, other GAAP) and the relevant regulatory disclosure requirements (e.g., UCITS, AIFMD, etc.).
4. Ensure timely and accurate results for each of the reports within each relationship.
5. Expand and promote the image of SGSS to all external contacts.
6. Attend Board Meetings of Investment Managers.
7. Oversee and review the completion of central bank of Ireland / stock exchange and other regulatory and tax filings.
8. Ensure compliance with service level agreements with the accounting teams / external stakeholders.
9. Ensure compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements.
10. Monitor progress of financial statements preparation.
11. Train, coach and instruct other staff in the team / other teams / departments as required.
12. Keep log of issues encountered and report regularly to staff / management on issues and areas for improvement.
13. Raise ideas to manager to support continuous operational improvements.
14. Perform other duties as required from time to time.

Profile required Studies & experience:

1. Graduate with a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics from an Engineering School or University with a specialization in business or finance.
2. 2-4 years’ experience of financial reporting and/or audit experience with knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS.

Language skills:

1. Fluent in English.
2. Any other language (especially French) would be an asset.

Technical, operational & soft skills:

1. Knowledge of PAYE / PRSI / VAT reporting is an advantage.
2. Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work stand alone or as part of a team.
4. Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn essential.
5. Aptitude for figures.
6. Attention to detail.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
8. Experience of working with deadlines.
9. Thorough understanding of accounting principles together with an awareness of all current technical issues.
10. P.C. literate – experience with the Microsoft Office package is essential.

The VIE assignment in a nutshell This VIE in Dublin is to begin as of January 1st 2025, 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. 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 VIE, various opportunities could be offered to you, in France and abroad. #J-18808-Ljbffr