Job description
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:
As part of the Finance Division, you will join the Statutory and Consolidated Accounting department, where you’ll be part of a bi-localized team of seven members based in Porto.
Your primary responsibilities will include reporting and reconciling banking transactions, necessitating regular interaction with various Finance Departments, including Financial Permanent Control (LoD2), Norms, and Financial Data Integrity. Additionally, you will engage with branches and entities within the BPCE Group to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
As a Reporting Officer, your main responsibilities will include:
- Conducting intragroup reconciliations with Natixis subsidiaries and the BPCE group, ensuring compliance with both IFRS and French accounting standards.
- Preparing and presenting financial reports while ensuring full adherence to French and IFRS regulations.
- Performing financial reporting using SAP for Natixis Paris and Natixis London.
- Overseeing the management of netting derivatives by processing preparatory statements for clearing transactions, including control, analysis, and reporting.
- Executing controls and accurately recording equity securities in reports while processing necessary bookings.
- Contributing to the preparation of the consolidated balance sheet and profit and loss statement for Natixis SA using the Copernic (SAP) system.
- Identifying data patterns and anomalies to evaluate financial risk and improve data quality.
- Participating in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of intragroup reporting and data quality, in collaboration with teams in both Paris and Porto.
- Collaborating closely with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance and maintain the accuracy of financial information.
Building a strong network within the various teams of the Natixis ecosystem, along with a demonstrated aptitude for collaborative teamwork, are essential factors for success in this role.
This position may require occasional travel to Paris for training sessions and presential meetings.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent with knowledge of banking accounting;
- Professional experience in the banking sector;
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Power BI and Easymorph is a plus.
- Fluency in English and French is a plus.
Soft Skills:
- Result oriented.
- Team spirit and strong communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail.
- Proactive and well-organized.
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.
