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General Information

Job ID
111908
Company
UniCredit Bank Austria AG
Competence Line
Finance
City
Vienna
Country
Austria
Job Type
Professional
Functional area
Finance
Working time model
Full-time
Type of contract
Permanent
Start date
01.10.2026
Contact
People & Culture (bankaustria_pc_talent_attraction@unicreditgroup.at)

To support our IFRS reporting team we are looking for a Senior IFRS Methodology Specialistin preferably with background in Big 4 audit firm or similar in financial institution

Financial Accounting is responsible for ongoing bookkeeping up to the preparation of financial statements for UniCredit Bank Austria AG in accordance with IFRS and UGB.

Furthermore, the unit prepares the IFRS consolidated financial statements and disclosures of the Bank Austria Group. Ensuring the correct application of accounting policies as well as participation in projects completes the department’s scope of work. 

What you'll be doing

As Senior IFRS methodologistin you will bring  a minimum of 5 years of accounting expertise and practical experience gained either within a Big 4 audit firm or similar department in financial institution  

This role requires deep expertise in IFRS accounting within financial services and the ability to translate technical accounting requirements into practical guidance for stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Business functions.

Your key responsibilities

  • Act as a subject matter expert for IFRS accounting and financial reporting topics.
  • Prepare accounting position papers, technical memos, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
  • Provide expert accounting support for complex transactions, new products, restructurings, as well as regulatory developments.
  • Coordinate and review half yearly preparation of published IFRS Financial statements, Notes and Management report

What you'll need to succeed

  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Preferred professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, Wirtschaftsprüfer, or equivalent
  • At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in IFRS accounting, financial reporting, IFRS audit or advisory within the financial services sector.
  • Strong knowledge and experience of IFRS standards (IFRS 9, IFRS 7, IFRS 13, IAS 32, IFRS 10, IAS 1) and their application in the banking industry.
  • Experience with financial statement preparation 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Fluent in English and German required

What you'll get in return

To make you feel comfortable with us, we offer you a range of benefits:
 
  • Company laptop and company mobile phone
  • Flexibility in terms of time
  • Restaurant or food voucher card
  • Social allowances
  • Public transport ticket
  • Job bike
  • Sports, wellness and leisure activities at the UniCredit Center (Am Kaiserwasser)
  • Holistic health management
  • Social fund for particularly challenging life situations
  • Employee discounts
  • Group supplementary insurance

We will agree on what you can actually earn with us in the interview! At least EUR 66.600,-- gross according to the collective agreement for 38.5 hours per week.
 
As an employer, we offer equal opportunities. Together, we create a work environment that embraces diverse thinking and inclusive action. By making all voices heard and embracing "diversity of thought" regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, or cultural background, we ensure sustainable growth and new business opportunities, a strong drive for innovation and creativity, and an overall improvement in the working environment with a positive impact on the productivity, well-being and engagement of our employees: inside.
 
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About UniCredit Group

UniCredit is a pan-European leading commercial bank providing best-in-class solutions and services across Italy, Germany, Austria, and Central and Eastern Europe. Our Vision is to be the Bank for Europe's Future. Our Purpose is to Empower Communities to Progress, delivering the best-in-class products and services for all stakeholders, unleashing the potential of our people and our clients across Europe. We serve over 20 million clients, supported by three Group product factories — Corporate, Individual and Payment Solutions — that ensure best-in-class expertise and scalable solutions across all markets. Our integrated model combines local proximity, deep client understanding and Group-wide capabilities, enabling seamless service and outstanding client experience. Digitalisation, operational excellence and a strong commitment to ESG principles underpin our journey, helping us deliver sustainable long-term value for clients, communities, employees and shareholders. Our shared Culture unites our people across all countries, empowering teamwork, driven execution and ambition through Ownership, Integrity and Caring.
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