Director, Financial Control (Banking)

Our client is a global bank. They seek a Director, Financial Control (Banking) to join their Jersey City, NJ office.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the U.S. Controller to support strategic initiatives, governance activities, and key business objectives


• Coordinate accounting, reporting, and controllership activities across U.S. banking entities and head office stakeholders


• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting


• Direct the preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and regulatory reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS


• Manage internal and external audit relationships, including audit planning, execution, and issue remediation


• Safeguard the integrity of financial records, internal controls, and compliance frameworks across the organization


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex transactions, new products, and strategic business initiatives


• Champion finance transformation efforts involving automation, ERP enhancements, analytics, and AI-driven process improvements


• Cultivate high-performing teams through coaching, succession planning, performance management, and employee development


• Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting organizational change initiatives

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience


• Big 4 or combo experience


• Banking industry required


• Experience with consolidations, financial statement preparation, and monthly product accounting


• Excellent communication skills

JobID: 48359