Senior Analyst, Income Accounting

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About M&G India We are M&G India, the strategic innovation and digital hub for M&G. Established in 2003, we have offices in Mumbai and Pune. Our teams work closely with colleagues across the Group worldwide to drive transformation, build digital capability, and support sustainable growth. By leveraging technology, AI, automation, and process excellence, we bring new ways of thinking to improve outcomes for both customers and colleagues. Grounded in a vibrant culture with strong foundations, we are central to how M&G is transforming as a business. About M&G Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions. Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. Primary Key Responsibilities (Top KRAs) Responsibility of monthly and quarterly UK Rebates and International Trailer Fee payments, adhering to strict CASS regulations Maintain a register of key controls relating to Income, including process maps and associated documentation Production of monthly accruals: revenue and commissions To produce monthly Flash reports for the business explaining the key drivers behind MTM variances Reviewing accruals produced by the Income Billing and Control Team Review and sign off on invoices produced by the Income Billing and Control Team Support the external audit process for areas of responsibility. Production of balance sheet items in area of responsibility including intercompany positions Support team leadership with additional activities the Revenue Management team is responsible for. Additional Responsibilities : To take ownership of setting up new Funds within the system and ensuring they are correctly accounted for Completing a half yearly IMA review for all funds within your remit Answering ad-hoc queries in a timely manner from the business To be the first point of contact for Audit within your area of specialism Assist the wider Income Team in various projects being worked upon Seek to develop and improve processes in response to the needs and challenges of the business Proactively build relationships and work effectively with Commercial Finance, Middle Office, Front Office Admin teams and other Finance teams within M&G Key Stakeholder Management Internal Finance Teams within the M&G Business Project Support Teams External Third party administrators/data providers Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Educational Qualification Knowledge & Skills (Must Have) : Attention to detail Ability to manage tightly controlled processes Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to work accurately under pressure Strong analytical skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work within a team environment Ability to take initiative and manage own workload Ability to identify problems and drive to follow them through to resolution A strong initiative to improve processes and implement changes to existing ones. Understanding of asset management regulatory environment Knowledge & Skills (Additional) : Comfortable using Oracle accounting software or experience of using accounting software packages. Fund accounting experience Rebate and Trail Commission experience Educational Qualification: CA with 3+ years of experience We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G Global Services, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.