Degree in finance and accounting and/or related qualifications and/or relevant work experience.Excellent knowledge in accounting principles and fundamentals of accounting.Basic knowledge of Custody, Depository, Capital Markets and Financial InstrumentsExcellent knowledge of MS Office, with good numerical and analytical skills.Effective Time Management and ability to multi task work and priorities to meet defined deadlinesAbility to speak and understand English fluently, write business letters and reports, and have good conversational / telephone skills.Ability to build excellent rapport and working relationship with other departments and jurisdiction; thus ensuring smooth operations.Ability to learn quickly and transfers knowledge appropriatelyAble to deliver under challenging environment with tight timelinesProactive in implementing and driving solutions.Should have demonstrated behavior in line with HSBC valuesWill be expected to maintain HSBC internal control standards, including the timely implementation of internal and external audit points, together with any issues raised by external regulators.Must be aware of the operational risk scenarios associated with this role and act upon pertinent risk (if any).Responsible for the implementation of Group Compliance Policy as is applicable to this role..