Hedge Accounting Specialist (12-month contract)

We are looking for a Hedge Accounting Specialist to lead the central hedge accounting function, support complex Treasury transactions, and drive compliance with evolving financial regulations. This role will play a key part in optimizing hedge effectiveness, managing treasury risks, and providing technical financial guidance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

1. Central Hedge Accounting & Treasury Risk Management

• Own and manage the Groups hedge accounting framework, ensuring minimal economic impact while maintaining strong controls.
• Apply advanced derivative valuation techniques to measure and manage hedged risk.
• Deliver financial reports and strategic insights on hedge effectiveness and treasury risk management.
• Maintain and enhance hedge accounting solutions and infrastructure to align with evolving business and regulatory needs.

2. Treasury & Financial Advisory

• Act as a technical accounting expert for Treasury, providing guidance on hedge accounting policies and financial instruments.
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with IFRS 9 and other financial reporting standards.
• Support Treasury and Finance teams in structuring transactions, mitigating risks, and optimizing financial performance.

3. Managing Regulatory & Accounting Change

• Monitor and assess the impact of regulatory and accounting changes on Treasury operations.
• Develop and implement strategies to align hedge accounting practices with new financial reporting standards.

4. Treasury Change & Process Optimization

• Partner with key stakeholders to drive Treasury transformation initiatives.
• Lead technical workstreams focused on hedge effectiveness improvements, process enhancements, and system upgrades.
• Provide strategic guidance on accounting implications of new Treasury products and transactions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Finance Degree (CA, CFA, FRM) or equivalent professional certification.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a hedge accounting, treasury, or markets technical role.
• Strong expertise in hedge accounting (IFRS 9), financial instruments, and derivative valuations.
• Deep understanding of Treasury operations, risk management, and financial reporting.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.