Controllers, Operations, Regulatory Reporting - Portfolio Level, Associate, Singapore

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we connect people, capital and ideas to help solve problems for our clients. We are a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals.

ABOUT OUR ROLES

YOUR IMPACT

Are you looking to apply your communication and problem-solving skills while becoming a market expert in finance? Our Position Reporting team is seeking a professional who is looking to collaborate with various Operations teams, Compliance, Legal, and Business to mitigate risks associated with the position reporting requirements and contribute to business enablement.

OUR IMPACT

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 firm’s liquidity, capital, and risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firm’s counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firm’s success. The business is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.

The Controllers group is responsible for safeguarding the firm's assets: to help maintain the integrity of Goldman Sachs' finances and expenditures. Through careful consideration and analyses of firm finances, objectives and strategies, we ensure that the firm's businesses continue to be profitable and efficiently run. Controllers also ensure that all business practices are following financial and regulatory requirements worldwide. Since contact with virtually every part of the firm is essential to Controllers, professionals in the department experience Goldman Sachs businesses, products, and sophisticated technology systems in depth.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare to be exposed to various products under the 20+ reports the team covers by interacting with middle office teams, sales, other internal clients, and external regulators to meet regulatory requirements.
• Use your inquisitive mindset to evaluate and escalate risk items to protect the firm.
• Showcase your attention to detail by ensuring manual processes are done with care and also your creativity by enhancing the process to eliminate those where possible.
• Partner with Technology to review and improve scalability and process strategically and tactically.
• Grow with the team; develop a deeper understanding of complex transactions and work with our business partners to assess market changes and support new business.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Academic degree in business administration or finance.
• Preference of a minimum 3+ years of professional experience in a regulatory environment, preferably in the financial industry in APAC.
• Business fluency in English; Japanese language skills are a plus.
• Attention to detail and time management are essential skills for this role. In addition, the candidate should have the flexibility required to work in a dynamic environment under tight deadlines.
• Strong computing skills – comfortable with large data sets and automation tools.
• Strong communication - ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to a broad range of people across the Firm at various levels of seniority.
• Self-motivated and proactive - Ability to run with issues, get involved hands-on, and provide constant high-quality feedback.
• Ability to maintain mutual support within a high-energy, high-profile team.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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.

We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

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