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, the V.I.E. will join the Fund Valuation Services (SGSS/FSO/FVS) department, part of the Fund Services Operations Division. The team is responsible for:
1. the accounting and valuation of collective investment schemes (UCITS, AIF, PERE funds)
2. 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 future V.I.E.'s responsibilities will include:
* Prepare NAV for investment funds
* Book and reconcile transactions
* Ensure all portfolio prices are correct and in line with the procedures & fund valuation policy
* Report & escalate issues to management promptly
* Interact with clients, brokers, banks when required
* Assist in the preparation and follow up of budgets
* Assist in the production of financial and regulatory reports
* Prepare activity & risk dashboards
* Attend meetings, prepare minutes and matters arising
* Follow action logs & projects liaising the management & project team
* Monitor regulatory changes
* Client invoicing
* Participate in projects as may be required
Due to the VIE eligibility criteria a questionnaire will be provided. Please make sure to answer all the questions for an efficient analysis of your application.
Profile Required
PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.
To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.
Studies & experience:
* Graduate with a Master degree from Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Business or Finance
* A previous experience in financial reporting and/or audit experience with knowledge of Irish GAAP, IFRS would be appreciated
Language skills:
* Fluent in English (B2-C1)
Technical, operational & soft skills:
* Proficient/Good command of MS Office
* Good communication and presentation skills
* Knowledge of PAYE / PRSI / VAT reporting an advantage
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team
* Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn essential
* Aptitude for figures
* Attention to detail
* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
* Experience of working to deadlines
* Thorough understanding of accounting principles together with an awareness of all current technical issues
The VIE Assignment in a Nutshell
This VIE in Dublin is to begin as soon as possible but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 18 months.
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. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.
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.
Business Insight
At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious. Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.
If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!
Still hesitating?
You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.
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