Financial Accounting & Reporting Specialist

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Financial Accounting & Reporting Specialist Do accounting, reporting, and financial control work that helps a global bank stay a step ahead. At ING, banking is a means to an end. It helps people pursue what matters most to them, whether that's growing a business, supporting a family, learning something new, or exploring new opportunities. Behind that experience are finance professionals who ensure accuracy, transparency, and trust in everything we do. As a Financial Accounting & Reporting Specialist , you'll play a key role within our Global Finance Services (GFS) team, supporting accounting, reporting, and financial control activities for ING's international operations. If you enjoy solving complex accounting challenges, working with global stakeholders, and improving financial processes, we'd love to hear from you. Role Summary You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting and reporting activities that support ING's global banking operations. Working closely with international stakeholders, you'll help ensure financial information is accurate, timely, compliant, and meaningful. Key responsibilities include: Prepare and process general ledger entries, invoices, accruals, and asset management activities. Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Prepare regulatory reports, financial reports, management information, and dashboards. Perform reconciliations and investigate accounting discrepancies or reporting breaks. Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and ING's financial reporting framework. Support accounting and reporting projects, process improvements, and system change initiatives. Respond to ad hoc reporting requirements and stakeholder requests. Monitor and resolve issues that may impact reporting timelines or financial accuracy. About the Team You will join Global Finance Services (GFS) , a global finance function responsible for centralized accounting processing and reporting activities across ING Bank. The team supports Financial Markets, Treasury, Lending, and Payment Services activities and works collaboratively across Amsterdam and Manila. This is an opportunity to work in an international environment where you'll partner with finance professionals, financial controllers, auditors, leadership teams, and stakeholders from across the organization. You'll be part of a growing team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development. Required Skills We're looking for someone who brings: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Knowledge of financial accounting and reporting principles. Understanding of IFRS and accounting controls. Knowledge of banking products, financial markets, or lending products. Experience preparing financial, management, or regulatory reports. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Experience working with stakeholders and communicating complex topics clearly. Comfort working in a global and multicultural environment. A proactive, flexible, and collaborative mindset. Preferred qualifications: CPA certification. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Experience supporting system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT). Exposure to regulatory reporting or banking finance functions. What We Offer The opportunity to work with global finance teams across ING's international network. Exposure to complex banking products, financial reporting, and regulatory environments. Opportunities to contribute to process improvement and transformation initiatives. A collaborative and diverse workplace where your ideas are valued. Continuous learning and career development opportunities within a global organization. Don't meet every qualification listed above? That's okay. Research shows many talented candidates wait until they meet nearly all requirements before applying. If you're excited about the role and believe you can make an impact, we encourage you to apply. How to Apply Click the application button on our career site and submit your application through Workday . We look forward to learning more about you. Job Application Safety Reminder ⚠️ We're seeing an increase in fraudulent job offers. To protect yourself, please follow these key guidelines when applying for roles at ING: Apply only via official ING platforms: ING uses Workday as its internal recruitment system. Applications should be submitted only via our official career site. Check the sender's email carefully: legitimate communication will always come from @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com . No payments or banking details will ever be requested. If someone asks for this information, it's a scam. About ING With 65,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, there is no shortage of opportunities for people with initiative who want to help people take a step ahead in life and in business. Do you want to work at the cutting edge of what's possible and at the same time ensure you work with integrity and hold the customer's interests at heart? Do you want to be surrounded by progressive, inspiring, diverse and supportive colleagues? Then there is no better place to invest your talents than at ING. Join us. Apply today.