About the role
Controllers ensure that the firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated, and public financial institution. Our professionals measure the profitability of, and risks associated with, every aspect of the firm's business. Controllers also ensure that the firm's activities are conducted in compliance with the regulations governing transactions in the financial markets.
We're a team of specialists charged with managing the firms liquidity, capital, and risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firms counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firms success. The business is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.
Broad responsibilities include the following:
Safeguard the assets and reputation of the firm by controlling and supporting the investment management division, as well as ensuring that they are in compliance with the firms policies and with the rules/regulations that govern global financial markets
Reviewing quarterly valuations and NAV for private equity funds, review yearend financial statements and perform related activities
Handle reporting requirements to Senior Management and to IMD.
Work closely with other divisions, including: Business Teams, Product Services, Operations, IT and Trading Divisions
Work closely with fund administrators and auditors
Basic Qualifications:
Qualified CA with experience in the alternative investment/private funds market and process management desired
Work Experience: 8-11 years
Knowledge of financial statements preparation & review; USGAAP, IFRS knowledge and experience in coordinating with Big 4 accounting firms during audit cycle is desirable.
Industry knowledge and strong accounting knowledge. Accounting knowledge of financial products like Interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, currency options etc. is desired
Preferred Skills:
Reviewing quarterly NAV for private equity funds including calculation of management fees, carried interest, partner capital allocations & complex waterfall calculations
Reviewing year-end GAAP financial statements including foot note disclosures
Work closely with fund administrators and auditors
Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
Lead a team of professionals focused on NAV and financial statements reviews
About the company
At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.
We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.