Controllers, Equities Product Controllers, Associate, London
Goldman Sachs
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Posted: 14-Aug-24
Location: London, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 20829591
OUR IMPACT The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world. We commit people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Our people are our greatest asset - we say it often and with good reason. It is only with the determination and dedication of our people that we can serve our clients, generate long-term value for our shareholders and contribute to the broader public. We take pride in supporting each colleague both professionally and personally. From collaborative workspaces and ergonomic services to wellbeing and resilience offerings, we offer our people the flexibility and support they need to reach their goals in and outside the office Controllers ensure that the Firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated and public financial institution. Controllers also ensure that the Firm's activities are conducted in compliance with the regulations governing transactions in the financial markets. Our Product Control Team reports key financial data including P&L, balance sheet and price verification. This team works closely with business leaders of the FICC and Equities businesses.
YOUR IMPACT Product Controllers become experts in their business and assess valuation, profit and loss attribution, and disclosure implications of the business' positions and trades. We are seeking an associate level hire to join the EMEA Equity Derivatives Product Control team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly profit and loss analyses for the trading business
Perform ongoing price verification procedures to ensure appropriate valuation of firm inventory
Assess new trades for appropriate valuation, accounting treatment, and disclosure in the financial statements
Analyze and report the balance sheet and funding sources of the trading business
Produce financial statements and/or relevant disclosures for the trading business
Work with the financial reporting team in preparation of key external reports such as earnings release and 10Q/10K disclosures
REQUIREMENTS
Qualified CA/CFA/CMA
Strong analytical skills
Numerate background or experience in dealing with more complex financial topics
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, tools and utilities for business use
Candidate must be proactive, enthusiastic and team oriented
Ability to prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
