Controllers, Controllers Governance, VP/Associate, Frankfurt

at  Goldman Sachs

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 team in Frankfurt is responsible for ensuring that the financial and regulatory requirements of our German entities are met, in accordance with statutory and firm requirements. Controllers are also responsible for the identification, measurement and mitigation of firmwide financial reporting risks in support of regulatory mandates and corporate governance. We also manage operational, technology, and other risks in the Controllers division.

YOUR IMPACT

Are you passionate about financial and regulatory questions? Are you fascinated about working in a fast-paced environment covering a broad range of different responsibilities? Do you have strong analytical and communication skills and do you like work detail-oriented? We are looking for a professional to join our Controllers team in Frankfurt.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 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 Germany or a SSM country
• Business fluency in English, German language skills would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of European/German regulatory rules
• 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
• A control oriented mindset
• Strong computing skills - comfortable with large data sets
• 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 feedbackAbility to maintain mutual support within a high energy, high profile team

Please refer the Job description for details