DWS - Senior Financial Reporting Specialist

Deutsche Bank; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellbeing benefits

Training and development

Job summary

DWS, part of Deutsche Bank, is seeking a Senior Regional Finance Analyst to support financial reporting for APAC entities from Manila. You will coordinate with regional teams, assist auditors, and prepare regulatory and internal reports. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience with AI-enabled workflows.

The position offers a hybrid work model, with professional training and a supportive environment for career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance-related field is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify trends.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to improve productivity and maintain ethical data use.
• Collaborative but capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Review month-end results for APAC entities and coordinate with Manila teams and onshore stakeholders for accurate financial reporting.
• liaise with auditors and ensure accuracy of Financial Statements for statutory annual audit.
• Prepare reports including tax-related requirements for regulatory submissions.
• Produce internal reports/variance analysis and provide commentary.
• Support ad-hoc queries and reporting in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist project deliverables and process-improvement initiatives.
• Maintain up-to-date operational guidelines and ensure KPI and procedures adherence.

Skills

Analytical skills

AI tools usage

Team player

MS Excel

Midshift compatible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

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

Regional Finance UK team’s primary responsibilities comprise the analysis and reporting of financial position and performance of the standalone UK entities and sub-businesses of DWS used by Regional CFOs, Business FDs, external auditors, regulators, and various teams within DWS. The team ensures timely and accurate reporting of the financials which are critical in making informed decision and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities

As Senior Regional Finance Analyst, you will play a key role in the preparation of financial reporting requirements used internally and externally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review month-end results of specific APAC entities, coordinate with various DWS Manila teams and onshore stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Liaise with auditors and ensure accuracy of Financial Statements for statutory annual audit
• Preparation of reports (including tax related requirements) for regulatory submission
• Preparation of internal reports/analysis including commentary/variance analysis
• Support adhoc queries and reporting requirements, if any, in a timely & accurate manner
• Assist/support project deliverables and process improvement initiatives
• Keep all operational guidelines updated and ensure adherence to standards, KPIs, objectives and other metrics requirements & procedures

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, or Finance-related equivalent with Accounting courses
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills through careful and systematic evaluation of information, identifying linkages and trends from individual events and data points; seeing the context and providing solutions that address the issue and the big-picture
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgement to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.
• A team player who is collaborative yet able to work independently
• Knowledge of SAP system is an advantage
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Amenable to midshift schedule (2pm to 11pm)

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy, and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days.
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits.
• Access to best‑in‑class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long‑term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you

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.