DWS - Finance Manager (Integrated Reporting) - AVP

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We're looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That's why we are 'Investors for a new now'.

As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients' financial future. And in return, we'll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry's greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

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Team / division overview

Integrated Reporting's primary responsibilities include the analysis and reporting of financial position and performance of the DWS Group. The team is responsible in the publication and compliance to IFRS standards of the Annual and Half Year Reports, external and regulatory reports of the DWS Group. The team ensures timely and accurate reporting of the financials which are critical in making informed decision and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities

As Integrated Reporting Manager, you will play a key role in preparing Annual and Half Year Reports, regulatory and other financial reports for DWS Group, review and discuss region and group financials, work with multiple teams in reviewing effective control environment to ensure accurate and timely reporting both internally and externally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare high quality reports such as but not limited to reports given to the CFO, Management Board, Supervisory Board which includes Interim, Annual and Regulatory reports.
• Understand and analyze regulatory and IFRS new requirements and ensure reports are in adherence to applicable standards.
• Discuss reporting requirements and IFRS standards to relevant stakeholders.
• Provide and deliver adhoc requirements.
• Ensure an efficient and effective reporting and control framework.
• Interface with other functions inside and outside of Integrated Reporting, including DB Group Finance, DWS Finance, Tax, Investors Relations, COO and other relevant functions and external audit.
• Ensure reporting meets requirements, provides analysis on material movements and develop the reporting content and processes to provide business context.
• Support projects and councils under the Integrated Reporting team scope.
• Prepares and reviews financial statements and disclosures and provides external auditors with the relevant supporting substantiation.
• Coordinate and ensure completion of Integrated Reports including non-financial information.
• Contribute to project, change initiatives or process improvements.
• Keeps all operational guidelines updated and ensures adherence to standards, KPIs, objectives and other metrics requirements & procedures and also identifies plans to mitigate risks whenever there is a control issue/s.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, or Finance-related equivalents with Accounting courses. Preferably CPA.
• Experience in audit, financial and management reporting or analysis of financial data gained from the Financial Services, Audit or BPO industry would be beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills through careful and systematic evaluation of information, identifying linkages and trends from individual events and data points; seeing the context and providing solutions that address the issue and the big-picture
• A team player who is collaborative yet able to work independently
• Knowledge of SAP system is an advantage
• Amenable to mid-shift - 2pm to 11pm and hybrid work set-up

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

What we'll offer you:

At DWS we're serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it's important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy, and rewarded. At DWS you'll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days.

Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits.

Access to best-in-class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you