Product Controller - Associate

Job Description

Build and validate controls over the lifecycle of a deal, from project/deal setup to closure, involving interaction with bankers (front office/middle office and syndicates) and business managers. Ensure appropriate booking and accounting treatment of fees, expenses, taxes, and income attributions in accordance with firm/regional regulatory policies, such as rules for cross-border deals, tax, write-offs, and expense recovery. Review engagement letters and ensure appropriate approval levels are maintained. Identify nuances and bottlenecks in the day-to-day execution of billing, nostro management, daily revenue/risk reporting, and all related compliances. Act as a resource to project management and the businesses for various projects and business initiatives. Escalate effectively any bottlenecks in the day-to-day functioning of the controllers area and communicate with business managers, product controllers, and financial controllers to monitor any risks and escalate when appropriate. Understand and contribute to the end-to-end control framework of the business and the function. Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills. Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) with minimum 5 years of experience or an MBA with similar number of years of experience Enthusiastic, highly motivated and effective under tight timeframes and pressure Proven skills in identifying and resolving control issues that may impact financial results. Excellent communication skills and executive presence including the ability to present complex and sensitive matters to Senior management, Bankers Business Managers across levels. Strong interpersonal, communication and team-building skills Ability to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls. Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills Ability to manage several projects and tasks concurrently. Advanced MS Excel skills and MS PowerPoint skills are essential. Expert knowledge of Banking products / business is a plus.