Job Description

Purpose of the role

To evaluate and assess the potential impairment of financial assets, ensuring that the bank's financial statements accurately reflect the economic value of its assets.   

Accountabilities

• Identification of potential impairment triggers, analysis of relevant financial and non-financial information to assess the potential for impairment of financial assets, and application of quantitative and qualitative impairment tests to determine whether an asset is considered impaired.
• Assessment of the impairment loss for an asset by identification of the right valuation method, assessment of its fair value, and documentation of the process.
• Calculation of the impairment provision to reflect the impairment loss and prepare clear and accurate impairment disclosures for financial statements.
• Management of the performance of impaired assets and reassessment of their impairment status on a regular basis.    .

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• 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 develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

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 Analyst- Impairment reporting, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as experience with Analytical skills, IFRS and risk reporting, as well as job-specific skillsets.

To be successful as a Analyst- Impairment reporting, you should have below skillsets:

Basic/ Essential Qualifications:

• University degree or equivalent
• Qualified accountant/MBA with an understanding of a relevant functional area such as financial reporting
• Strong Analytical skills: Ability to analyze complex data sets an derive actionable insights. Meticulous approach to data analysis and reporting.
• Proficient Excel Skills: Strong hands-on experience in managing MS excel workbooks performing data manipulations, transformations, and reconciliations.
• Problem Solving Ability: Strong critical thinking to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Team Player: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Desirable skillsets/ good to have:

• Knowledge of IFRS9: Familiarity with the expected credit loss and IFRS9 standard is preferred.
• Credit Risk Management: Understanding the credit risk management principles and practices.
• Familiarity with financial services industry and market is preferred.
• Ability to work in a pressured environment and cope with the demand of working to tight deadlines
• A high level of commitment and enthusiasm

This role will be based out of Noida.