DWS - Finance Manager (Compensation Control) - AVP

Job Description:

About DWS:

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

The CFO Division of DWS has presence in Frankfurt, London, New York and Asia and is responsible for ensuring the sound risk management and financial governance of DWS.  The CFO Division comprises Risk, Investor Relations, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax, Treasury, Finance Director teams for the Investment Platform, Coverage and Infrastructure functions and the Chief Operating Office (COO) team.

Your responsibilities

As our Finance Manager Compensation Control | Assistant Vice President, you will:

• Produce monthly MI vs Plan, prior periods and Forecast including comments on key drivers 
• Perform monthly validations and controls
• Report and investigate errors above threshold
• Answer queries from internal DWS and DB stakeholders and collaboration with external stakeholders and  service providers
• Support interim and annual report disclosure on employee benefits
• Preparing relevant documentation and regular updates of the DWS Compensation Control Framework

We are looking for 

• High caliber qualified accountant who has experience in financial controller role or auditor role in a large financial institution/ Big 4 audit firms
• Prior experience with IAS19 and IFRS2 preferred
• High level of control mindset and investigative working approach
• Ability to connect various topics and recognise relationships that impact the overall compensation book of work
• Highly analytical, excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive, willingness to challenge the status quo and keen to learn new skills/ knowledge
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Strong skills in Excel and Power Point
• Curious, possesses a control mind-set, and has can-do attitude

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.

About DWS:

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

The CFO Division of DWS has presence in Frankfurt, London, New York and Asia and is responsible for ensuring the sound risk management and financial governance of DWS.  The CFO Division comprises Risk, Investor Relations, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Tax, Treasury, Finance Director teams for the Investment Platform, Coverage and Infrastructure functions and the Chief Operating Office (COO) team.

Your responsibilities

As our Finance Manager Compensation Control - Assistant Vice President, you will:

• Produce monthly MI vs Plan, prior periods and Forecast including comments on key drivers 
• Perform monthly validations and controls
• Report and investigate errors above threshold
• Answer queries from internal DWS and DB stakeholders and collaboration with external stakeholders and  service providers
• Support interim and annual report disclosure on employee benefits
• Preparing relevant documentation and regular updates of the DWS Compensation Control Framework

We are looking for 

• Proven experience in financial controller role or auditor role in a large financial institution or audit industry
• Certified Public Accountant
• Prior experience with IAS19 and IFRS2 preferred
• High level of control mindset and investigative working approach
• Ability to connect various topics and recognise relationships that impact the overall compensation book of work
• Highly analytical, excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive, willingness to challenge the status quo and keen to learn new skills/ knowledge
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills
• Strong skills in Excel and Power Point
• Curious, possesses a control mind-set, and has can-do attitude

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.