JD - Kepler - Accounting Advisory Specialist

Talent engagement opportunity
August 2023
About Acies Consulting
Acies is multi-national firm in the business of consulting, technology applications, content management and
strategic investments. The firm has and continues to partner with leading players in the financial services and
technology ecosystem with the objective of achieving tangible positive outcomes by solving complex
challenges using new age technologies and practices. The firm also enters into strategic alliances through
investments and partnerships with leading and upcoming global technology players that seek to address
infrastructural complexities in the financial and technology marketplace through the use of new-age
technologies and approaches.
Acies is headquartered in Mumbai, India and has offices in Singapore and Malaysia and is expanding its
global presence in other countries in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa.
The firm is seeking to engage highly motivated and talented people to support our growth and continue to
deliver a positive impact to our clients and ecosystem. We are looking for people whose integrity and
excellence can help propel the firm to greater heights.
The firm provides exceptional and equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race,
religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental
disability. We believe that our people should share in the success of our clients and our business.
For more information about the firm and its business, please visit www.acies.holdings
ACIES, Acies Consulting, Acies TechWorks, Acies Ventures, Acies LightHouse, Kepler, Kore, Revolutio
and Antares are registered trademarks of Acies Consulting LLP and its subsidiaries in India and/ or other
countries.
August 2023
Highlight of the engagement opportunity
 Nature of role: Full time

 Number of years of experience expected: 1-3 years
 Areas of past experience preferred: Consulting / Accounting advisory
 Educational qualification expected: Chartered Accountant / ACCA
 Additional qualifications/ certifications required: None
 Preferable additional certifications: Financial Risk Management/ IFRS Diploma
 Preferred geography of previous work experience: India / Europe / APAC / US
 Language requirements: Ability to write and speak fluently in English
Reporting
Acies is a highly client focused and collaborative organization. Every person is assigned a counselor
who is responsible for mentoring and providing career guidance. The counsellor is also the primary
reporting and engagement point. Every person is assigned to a Business Leader and Geography
Leader. Business and Geography Leaders guide the person on business strategy and provide
opportunities to work on diverse projects.
While people are assigned to a specific business line and geography, they are expected to work across
business lines and geographies. People are expected to collaborate with a wide range of client and
Acies personnel across levels and work as part of outcome-oriented teams.
Travel
Acies is a global organization with clients and business interests across geographies. Travel for both
short and long-term is expected for most roles. Specific requirements of travel for this role are as
follows:
 Long-term travel (6-12 months a year) expected: Yes
 Short-term travel (Less than 4 months a year) expected: Yes
 Travel expected outside country of base location: Yes
 Relocation expectations to another country/ city: Yes
Travel is dependent on nature and location of projects as well as the role of specific people on the
project. Accordingly, travel requirements may change from time to time.
Detailed expectations from role
Key responsibility areas:

 Knowledge of Ind AS / IFRS / US GAAP with working knowledge of differences from Indian GAAP to
Ind AS.
 Ability to write technical / supervisory memos / advisory documentation.
 Interested to develop skills around SQL, Python and other programming languages if needed.
 Advise clients on high-profile mandates in the financial services space with regards to complex and
August 2023
Detailed expectations from role
Key performance metrics:

 Adherence to project delivery timelines
 Adherence to the firm’s standards for processes and quality
 Project profitability
 Generation of business from existing clients
 Value of market place partnerships
 Client feedback
 Feedback from counselor and other team members
Other expectations:
 An “ownership attitude” whose passion for solving our client’s strategic issues and objectives along with
leading a team has grown from their previous engagements in the role
 Strong analytical and presentation skills
 Strong business writing and oral communication skills
 Collaborative and partnership-oriented and ready to work as a team member/ leader
 Demonstrated ownership over deliverables and project engagement
 Ability to handle highly challenging and time-bound projects with a positive mindset
 Prior software implementation experience would considered to be an asset.
Other important information:
 Work permit requirements: Either Indian Citizen or having valid work permit to work in India
 Period of engagement: Full-time position
 Probation period: 6 months
 Compensation: Compensation varies depending on the skill, fitment and role played by the person.
Compensation discussions will take place post the selection process.
 Performance incentives: Typically, all roles at Acies have a performance incentive. Specific
aspects will be discussed during the compensation discussion
 Leave: 22 working days a year. Additional leaves for national holidays, sick leaves, maternity and
paternity, bereavement and studies vary based on the city and country of engagement.
 Other benefits: Other employment benefits including medical insurance will be informed during the
compensation discussion.
 Career growth for full-time roles: Acies believes in a transparent and data-based performance
evaluation system. You are encouraged to clarify any questions you have with respect to career
growth with Acies personnel you interact with during the selection process.
 Career opportunities for part-time roles: Conversion of part-time roles to full-time roles depends
on both performance of the individual and business needs. You are encouraged to ask about the
prospects as you interact with Acies personnel during the selection process.
 Global mobility: Acies encourages mobility across our offices. Such mobility is, however, subject to
business needs and regulations governing immigration and employment in various countries.
August 2023
Selection process:
We seek to be transparent during the selection process. While the actual process may vary from the
process indicated below, the key steps involved are as follows:
 Interview: There are expected to be at least 2 rounds of interviews. The number of interview rounds
may increase depending on the criticality and seniority of the role involved.
 Final discussion on career and compensation: Post final selection, a separate discussion will be
set up to discuss compensation and career growth. You are encouraged to seek any clarifications
you have during this discussion.
Preparation required:
It is recommended that you prepare on the following aspects before the selection process:
 Understanding of products / exposures in the financial services industry (Banks / NBFC / Insurance)
 Requirements of new accounting standards and changes from the previous versions for standards
such as IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16 or their equivalent local standards
 Financial statement analysis, balance sheet ratios

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 Nature of role: Full time

Detailed expectations from role

Key responsibility areas:

Detailed expectations from role

Key performance metrics:

Other important information:

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