Vice President - Product Control
New York, United States of America
The Finance organization is responsible for leading and participating in a number of critical functions including: supporting executive management decisions making by analyzing results, assessing strategic alternatives and developing strategic plans; communicating financial results and forecasts with critical stakeholders, including executive management and Board of Directors, shareholders and regulators; managing the Company's balance sheet, including interest rate and liquidity risks; establishes the Company's capital policies and prioritizes investments; develops and implements controls to reduce operational risk; developing and maintaining financial data and systems. The Finance organization works across functions and Business lines in the Company, requiring a broad understanding of our business, risk and strategy.
The Finance Controllership function is responsible for the operations and controls surrounding accounting, tax financial reporting of the institution, and financial result specific to various business lines. This function's responsibilities demonstrates expertise in processing transactions, recording accounting entries, managing the general ledger and reconciliations, and interpreting and complying with technical accounting matters financial reporting disclosure requirements, and analysis and reporting of financial results . Through the Controllership function, stakeholders receive relevant insight and commentary on transaction-level and financial results for analysis and decision making. The Tax function prepares income tax returns and indirect tax filings. Provides research and advice on tax-related matters.
The VP of Product Control recommends accounting and reporting strategies and plans for their team.
Recommends accounting and reporting strategies and plans with direct impact on the company's financial reporting.Recommends and implements agreed accounting and reporting process improvements to the accounting function.Researches any issues to optimize the opportunities for improvement to the accounting function.Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.Improves efficiencies and opportunities for accounting and reporting processes.Trains, mentors, and coaches colleagues and subordinates as needed.Influences business decisions made by leadership.Develops and implements new accounting and reporting products, processes, and standards.Responds to inquiries regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like; internally and with auditors and regulators.Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the accounting systems, financial reporting and general ledger structure.Ensures the accurate accounting, processing, reporting/disclosures of transactions and new products, as applicable.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree: Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent field. Master's Degree Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent field preferred9+ Years Banking/Financial Services Industry or related field
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to convey a sense of urgency and drive.Strong verbal and written communication skills in interacting with internal and external stakeholders.Ability to make effective decision making on complex matters.Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.Ability to adapt and adjust to multiple demands and competing priorities.Results and detail oriented with ability to research, organize and analyze financial data.Advance in MS Word, MS Excel, QRM, MS Outlook.
Diversity & EEO Statements: At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce and strive to increase the diversity of our teams. We actively encourage everyone to apply.
Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Working Conditions: Frequent Minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking. Occasional moving and lifting equipment and furniture is required to support onsite and offsite meeting setup and teardown. Physically capable of lifting up to fifty pounds, able to bend, kneel, climb ladders.
Employer Rights: This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate at any time for any reason.
For NYC Job Applicants: The base annual salary range for this position is $149,761-$205,000. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.
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Primary Location: New York, NY, Madison Ave Corp
Other Locations: New York-New York
Organization: Santander US Capital Markets LLC
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