AVP - ETB Finance SME

Job Description Purpose of the role To manage the financial operations of the organisation, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial reporting. Accountabilities Management of the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements, and other accounting records in accordance with the relevant accounting standards, rules and regulations. Support in identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks, and report on these financial risks to senior colleagues. Development and maintenance of a robust system of internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure that there is no fraudulent misreporting, and ensure the accuracy of financial data, including regular assessment of the effectiveness of internal controls addressing any weaknesses or gaps. . Development and implementation of up-to-date financial policies and procedures to ensure consistent and effective financial practices across the organisation. Management of the selection, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems and software applications, including collaboration with IT colleagues to integrate financial systems with other enterprise systems. Preparation and submission of statutory and regulatory reports to authorities, and provision of support to other departments in their preparation and review of regulatory reports. Coordination with external auditors and regulatory authorities in support of audits and examinations. Assistant Vice President Expectations To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes. Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues. Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done. Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy. Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively. Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience. Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave. Join us as an AVP - ETB Finance SME, where you'll provide financial expertise and support to specific business units or departments within the organisation, and act as a liaison between the finance function and various business units, helping to bridge the gap between financial data and business decisions. To be successful in this role, you should have: CA / CPA / ACCA / MBA (or progress toward them) is an advantage. Experience or exposure to sub‑ledger tools, Finance data platforms, and ETL/data‑quality processes. Understanding of regulatory expectations around data quality, reporting accuracy, and governance. Proactive approach to challenging existing processes, suggesting improvements, and supporting automation. Some other highly valued skills may include below: Solid understanding of Finance Control and Banking processes, including ledger and sub‑ledger structures. Working knowledge of multi‑GAAP accounting concepts, IFRS, and core financial/regulatory reporting requirements. Ability to investigate and resolve accounting, data, and reconciliation issues across Finance systems. Good grounding in governance and control frameworks such as SOX, with an ability to support audit readiness. Capability to apply risk‑management principles and ensure adherence to established Finance control standards and policies. Experience contributing to Finance transformation, process simplification, or data‑quality improvement initiatives. Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process‑enhancement approaches. Ability to identify manual pain‑points and support migration toward automated, well‑controlled processes. Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across Finance, Technology, Transformation, and Operations. Experience supporting governance meetings, working groups, and cross‑functional discussions. Ability to support project execution by managing tasks, tracking progress, and coordinating across teams. Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage deadlines, dependencies, and delivery expectations.. Exposure to Finance technology or data‑driven project delivery is beneficial. Strong analytical capability to interpret data, spot anomalies, and articulate root‑cause findings. Ability to perform reconciliation, variance analysis, and data‑quality assessments with attention to details. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills for explaining requirements, risks, and findings. Ability to break down complex topics for business stakeholders and influence outcomes through evidence‑based reasoning. Ability to work cohesively with Product Owners, Technology SMEs, Data SMEs, and Finance teams across BUK/IB/Group. Comfortable working in matrix environments and supporting enterprise‑wide initiatives. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role will be based out of Noida office. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.