Controllers, Analyst - Salt Lake City

Goldman Sachs•Salt Lake, UT

16h

About The Position

The Controllers division manages the firm’s financial and regulatory obligations, including accurate financial recording, compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, financial analysis, and reporting that supports strategic decision-making. The role is within Controllers in Salt Lake City; the description outlines work across several possible functions: Regulatory Reporting prepares and submits periodic reports to regulatory authorities, covering information such as financial statements, risk exposure, customer information, and transaction details. Financial Reporting implements and maintains the firm’s integrated financial reporting program, prepares financial statements, and provides financial analysis to support decision-making and long-term financial goals. Legal Entity Controllers oversee the financial integrity and compliance of specific legal entities, including accounting functions, local standards and regulatory requirements, internal controls, and localized financial reporting. Reconciliations verifies the accuracy, completeness, and timely recording of accounting data and management information, substantiates balances, detects errors, and helps resolve discrepancies. Product Controllers support the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting for trading desks and investment products through daily P&L management, independent valuations, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The function bridges front and back office, supporting risk management and providing performance insights.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
0–3 years of prior work experience in a relevant field.
Proficient to advanced skills with MS Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to a variety of industries and businesses.
Ability to self-direct, analyze and evaluate, and form independent judgments.
Ability to interact effectively and build relationships with senior management and global stakeholders.
Commercially savvy, with discretion when handling highly confidential or sensitive information.
Integrity, ethical standards, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit periodic reports to regulatory authorities, as applicable to the assigned function.
Prepare financial statements and provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
Oversee accounting, financial integrity, compliance, internal controls, and reporting for assigned legal entities, as applicable.
Verify accounting data and management information for accuracy, completeness, and timely recording; substantiate balances and identify and resolve discrepancies, as applicable.
Manage daily P&L, conduct independent valuations, and support compliant financial reporting for trading desks and investment products, as applicable.
Support risk management and provide performance insights for strategic decision-making and financial transparency, as applicable.