Financial Controller

Job Reference #
295073BR

Job Type
Full Time

Your role
Are you an expert at analyzing financial results for a Global Markets business?

Can you think on your feet and enjoy solving complex problems?

Are you output-driven and do you thrive in an ever-changing environment?

We're looking for a Financial Controller for:

• Preparation and dissemination of daily revenue reporting to Global Markets management.
• Preparation of weekly and monthly management reports to measure revenues and performance across the Global Markets business in South Africa. The role requires more of an emphasis on in-depth data analysis and value-adding commentaries, rather than pure report generation.
• Preparation of key monthly reconciliations between financial reporting, management reporting and risk management systems.
• Managing and being accountable for ad-hoc business projects from inception to implementation.
• Management of annual tasks such as Annual Financial Statements preparation, external audit co-ordination, income tax and technical accounting reviews.
• Preparation and review of key month-end deliverables such as monthly tax returns (Income Tax, Securities Transfer Tax, Dividend and Interest Withholding Tax), Income Statement and Balance Sheet reconciliations and analytical reviews.

Your team
You'll be working in the Finance team in South Africa, supporting our Global Markets business

Your expertise

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with 4 - 7 years relevant experience
• Financial services industry experience would be beneficial but not essential
• Previous accounting system knowledge (preferably SAP and or BDA) is beneficial
• Proven track record of project management and process implementation/improvement
• Previous experience in leading a team toward a common outcome is advantageous
• Strong computer literacy required. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel is required
• Know-how to develop a robust set of financial controls for a global business
• Analytical and methodical, with great attention to detail
• Excellent communicator who can adapt style to audience
• Ability to deliver results within agreed deadlines and with accuracy and quality

About Us
UBS is the worlds largest and the only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors..

We have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries.

How We Hire

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Join us
At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.

From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together were more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?

Disclaimer / Policy Statements
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.