Card Controllers - Associate

You are a strategic thinker passionate about driving solutions in Controllers. You have found the right team.

As a Controller in our Finance team you will spend each day defining, refining and delivering set goals for our firm.

This role is part of the Card Controllers team.  The position will have an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and partner with Finance, P&A, Risk, and other groups throughout the Firm.  As a result, excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential. The position will provide an in-depth understanding of Card business, financial statements, internal controls and reporting requirements.  

Job Responsibilities 

• Responsible for preparing / reviewing and supervising month-end reporting tasks
• Support the periodic Recovery & Resolution appendices and other US Regulatory submissions.
• Review and test system enhancements for financial and regulatory reporting
• Establish strong relationships and provide support to Card leaders, Finance,  Project Managers, and related control groups
• Constructively escalate issues and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to Management 
• Assist in implementation of new accounting standards and reporting requirements by staying current with evolving US GAAP and regulatory changes impacting the business
• Drive process improvements and enhancement of process controls
• Coach new-joiners and junior team members
• Distribute and create financial reporting to support accounting and finance teams

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting 
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in accounting department (internal or external) 
• Ability to grasp concepts quickly, develop a plan, and execute for results
• Solid problem solving, analytical, and creative thinking skills
• Ability to summarize large amounts of data, formulate a concise message, and communicate clearly to Management
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills
• Ability to drive projects

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CA /CPA / MBA Finance candidate preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, SAP and Hyperion Essbase preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP preferable
• Experience in the Controllers area in Retail Banking domain is preferred