Cash and Trade Proc Analyst 1

Citi; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a high-caliber professional to join our team as Officer, Cash and Trade Processing Analyst 1 - C09, in a hybrid, full-time capacity. The role focuses on daily reconciliation, package preparation, and issue resolution to ensure accuracy of financial records within a global bank.

You’ll gain practical experience in financial reporting, contribute to process improvements, and work with the Balance Sheet Substantiation team to deliver timely, compliant results

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 0–1 year of experience in financial operations, reconciliation or payment operations.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Daily reconciliation of general ledger balances with sub-ledger data to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare detailed reconciliation packages documenting findings.
• Investigate and resolve accounting exceptions and root causes.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Monitor aged breaks on balance sheet accounts and resolve issues.
• Communicate findings with team, management and business partners.
• Respond to Balance Sheet Substantiation information requests.
• Ensure timely financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Participate in or lead reconciliation projects.
• Adhere to risk policies and safeguard assets.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Citi, we get to connect millions of people across hundreds of cities and countries every day. And we've been doing it for more than 200 years. We do this through our unparalleled global network. We provide a broad range of financial services and products to our clients – whether they be consumers, corporations, governments or institutions – to help them meet their biggest opportunities and face the world’s toughest challenges.

Shape your Career with Citi

Citi’s Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS) and Securities Services (SS) businesses provide global solutions that can help clients drive their business forward while investing in innovation to bring new solutions to life.

We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Officer, Cash and Trade Processing Analyst 1 - C09 - Hybrid (Internal Job Title: Cash and Trade Proc Analyst 1 - C09) based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well‑being to help plan for your future. For instance:

• Citi provides programs and services for your physical and mental well‑being including access to telehealth options, health advocates, confidential counseling and more. Coverage varies by country.
• (Optional) We believe all parents deserve time to adjust to parenthood and bond with the newest members of their families. That’s why in early 2020 we began rolling out our expanded Paid Parental Leave Policy to include Citi employees around the world.
• Citi provides access to an array of learning and development resources to help broaden and deepen your skills and knowledge as your career progresses.
• We have a variety of programs that help employees balance their work and life.

The Reconciliation & Proofing Analyst is a role focused on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. This position requires a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices, along with the ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and contribute to process improvements. This role offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in a financial services environment and contribute directly to the financial reporting process.

In this role, you’re expected to:

• Daily Reconciliation: Reconcile general ledger balances with sub‑ledger data, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Reconciliation Package Preparation: Compile comprehensive reconciliation packages, documenting the reconciliation process and findings.
• Exception Handling: Investigate and resolve accounting exceptions and mismatched items, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Process Improvement: Analyze recurring reconciliation issues and contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Break Monitoring: Monitor the status of aged breaks on balance sheet accounts, escalating and resolving issues promptly.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with team members, management, and business partners regarding reconciliation findings and issues.
• Information Requests: Respond to inquiries from the Balance Sheet Substantiation team, providing timely and accurate information.
• Deadline Adherence: Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met, contributing to the timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
• Project Participation: Participate in and/or lead projects related to reconciliation processes and improvements.
• Risk Management: Adhere to risk management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Safeguard company assets and maintain ethical conduct in all business practices.

Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy and understanding of financial accounting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

As a successful candidate, you’d ideally have the following skills and exposure:

• 0 - 1 year of experience in financial operations, preferably in reconciliation or Payment operations.
• Experience in accounting, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Bachelor's/University degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Job Family Group

Operations - Transaction Services

Job Family

Cash Management

Time Type

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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