DWS - CFO Regional Finance Senior Analyst - Fixed Term

Deutsche Bank AG; Manila; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amenable to mid-shift - 2pm to 11pm

Job summary

DWS is seeking a skilled finance professional to join our team in Manila. The role focuses on preparing manual journals, managing intercompany and reporting processes, and providing essential ad hoc support across the Head Office finance function.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with CPA preferred, and possess strong analytical, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities, plus knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and AI-enabled workflow tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA certification is preferred.
• Experience in accounting, audit, or finance within Financial Services or BPO is beneficial.
• External audit experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA is advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Excel.
• Demonstrates practical knowledge of using AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows and support data-driven decisions with proper controls.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of manual journals in S4 Hana or existing General Ledger platform.
• Submission of Head Office disclosures and quarterly statistical forms, including MR P and Balance Sheet Substantiation.
• Provide ad hoc support (journal postings, investigations, report preparations).
• Manage ad hoc requests and stakeholder management/escalations.
• Look for opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Leadership

AI tools experience

Excel proficiency

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

MS Excel

Job description

About DWS: Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures - but also a whole not of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make changes. 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. Read more about DWS and who we are here.

Team / division overview

The DWS Entity Close team prepares Head Office financials, including Disclosures and Statistical forms supporting various DWS entities across the globe. The team process manual journals related to tax and other equity transactions, e.g., dividends, capital contribution, repatriation and/or goodwill. It is important to ensure that the sub-ledger systems and subsequent reporting platforms are accurate, complete, and timely submitted through performance of reasonableness check, trending analysis, exception management and understanding of control environment. You can expect a structured training process from our knowledge experts. Our team of experts will be there to support your development to ensure you excel in this role.

Your responsibilities

• Preparation of manual journals in S4 Hana (or existing General Ledger platform)
• Submission of Head Office and quarterly disclosures and statistical forms: Completion of Management Review Process (MRP) / Balance Sheet Substantiation, Sub-ledger reconciliation, and period over period financial comparison
• Provide ad hoc support (e.g., Journal postings, Investigations, report preparations)
• Manage ad hoc requests and stakeholder management/escalations, if any
• Look for opportunities for improvement

We are looking for a candidate who has / is

• With a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related courses, preferably CPA
• With experience in accounting, audit, or finance gained from Financial Services, or BPO industry would be beneficial
• Experience in external audit is a plus
• Knowledge of SAP 4/Hana is an advantage
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Demonstrates practical knowledge of using AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows, improve process accuracy, identify automation opportunities, and support data-driven decision-making, while applying appropriate controls, validation, and responsible-use practices
• Strong analytical, problem solving, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
• Driven and well-motivated who seeks a challenging career with substantial responsibility
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs

Benefits

• Amenable to mid-shift - 2pm to 11pm

Diversity and inclusive workplace

We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots. For over 150 years, our dedication to being the Global Hausbank for our clients has been driven by our people – in around 60 countries and across more than 150 nationalities. Their deep understanding, insights, expertise, and passion help our clients navigate an increasingly complex world – be it in our Corporate Bank, our Private Bank, our Investment Bank or our Asset Management (DWS) division. Together we can make a great impact for our clients at home and abroad, securing our lasting success and financial security.

More information at: Deutsche Bank Careers (db.com)