Junior Financial Control Officer - Data Analytics & Thematic Review

Company 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.

Job Description

Team Presentation And Main Goal:

Within the Finance Department, Financial Data Integrity division is in charge of the production and the justification of accounts for CIB activities of Natixis. The tasks of the FDI department offer an understanding of CIB's activities from an accounting perspective.

Within this team, Data Analytics & Thematic Review, analyses and controls as part of the monthly and quarterly closings:  

In A First Step:

• Drilling, analysis and labelling of granular data for ad hoc purposes (notices, STEBA and data collection, Risk Appetite Framework contributions, ….);
• Assessment of accounting controls of the first level of defense (LoD 1.1) and carrying out additional controls of second level of defense (LoD 1.2).

In A Second Step:

• Progressive extension of the scope to international CIB entities;
• Development of new controls of the of second level of defense (LoD 1.2) on Hub activities.

You will be in contact with the Risk and the Valuation teams (in charge of the controls on economic P&L and of the valuation processes), the Support departments (middle and back offices), the other Finance departments (Financial Permanent Control LoD 2, Norms, Statutory and Social Accounting) and of course all the services of the division. 

Main Tasks And Goals:

Within this department, you will be part of the team in charge of monitoring Data Analytics and Thematic Controls. Your scope will be Natixis SA, London Market branch & SPV CIB, in a first step, and in a second step international branches CIB.

Key Responsibilities:

Controls Level of Defense (LoD) 1.2:  

• Accounting with Inventories reconciliation of outstanding and off-balance sheet commitments;
• Justification of the discrepancies between IFRS/French gaap result;
• Valuation of unrealized gains and losses control;
• Offsetting;
• Future Admin Costs;
• Securities controls related to the different IFRS classification (JVR, Amortized Cost);
• Etc… 

Analysis & Reporting Task:

• Manual entries;
• Internal transactions; 
• Audit trials production for some notices.  

Restoration of accounting keys (interim mission) 

Qualifications

• Degree in Bank Accounting, Audit, IFRS Standards;
• Good knowledge of financial products (shares, equity, loans, bonds, commodities, listed derivatives, repos, ...);
• Office tools (Excel);
• Data visualization tools (Power BI, Easymorph);
• Audit method;
• IFRS Standards;
• CIB products and activities;
• Operational management;
• Experience in audit is mandatory.
• Office tools (advanced knowledge);
• Fluent English and Good Level of French (a big plus).

Soft Skills:

• Communication and interpersonal skills:
• Work independently and as part of a team;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

We will only consider English CV's.

Additional Information

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.