15 Jul 2026
Paris, J, FR, 75008
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Who we are
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group is the 2nd largest bank in Japan and one of the largest global banks. The Group has more than 130 offices and over 100 000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries (incl. in New-York, London, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dubai and Paris). SMBC today is built on its 400-year Japanese heritage, and our unique culture of excellence, respect, teamwork and inclusion sets us apart. In Europe, the EMEA Division SMBC Group has its regional headquarters in London and Frankfurt and operates with a network of over 3000 employees/70 nationalities and 24 locations, including a branch in Paris of 150 employees.
We recognise that diversity of background, opinions and perspectives is vital for the sustainable growth of our organisation and benefits our customers and stakeholders. Our aim is to build an inclusive work environment where each employee feels able to be their authentic self.
Role Summary
The role is to support different areas for the Finance and Control department in Paris including
Accounting and Period end Close
Accounts Payable
Regulatory Reporting
Tax reporting
Management Reporting
Accountabilities and Responsabilities
Accounting
Support monthend close process for two legal entities ; prepare monthend manual entries , reconciliation of general ledger, sub ledger accounts and bank accounts
Support accounts payable process
Support the analysis and substantiation of balance sheet accounts ,
Support year end close process in terms of period end close, documentation, preparation of year end financial disclosures
Contribute to different accounting projects to improve processes, such as improvement of reconciliaition
Tax
Prepare VAT tax returns , support VAT prorata calculation
Support the preparation of Year End Coprorate Income Tax returns
Support Transfer pricing documentation process
Prepare different other tax returns
Contribute to different tax projects to improve processes,
Regulatory
Preparation of regulatory returns SURFI (RUBA) for 2 entities on a monthly and quarterly basis ,
Documentation of level 1 controls for regulatory reporting returns,
Support Monthly returns for Banque de France (TRICP) and support documentation update
Contribute to different regulatory projects to improve processes.
Management Reporting
Preparation of key indicators for Management , internal control, Front Office départements
Support and Contribute to the improvement of the quality of the deliverables, reporting packs, présentations for Management
Contribute to different management reporting projects
Knowledge, skills, Experience and Qualifications
Guidance Notes
Accounting and Finance backgound
Strong organisational skills
Strong analytical skills
Methodical and rigorous
Good oral and written skills
Team Spirit
Good level of English
Flexible, at ease in International environments
What we offer
For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.
As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:
Hybrid and flexible working
Competitive paid leave days
Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance
Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities
Ambitious remuneration package
So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!
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About SMBC
A trusted partner for the long term
United by a sense of purpose towards our customers - to be a trusted partner for the long-term - and our universal banking platform in EMEA, we deliver a full suite of corporate finance products and solutions to our customers, including corporate, structured and trade finance, leveraged finance, loan market and treasury products. We can also provide investment banking and advisory services and a range of innovative solutions in global capital markets.
about what we do and who we are at https://www.smbcgroup.com/emea/careers
