Legal Entity Controllers Associate

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Support accounting operations and internal and external financial and regulatory reporting requirements in a dynamic environment within SMBC AD. The position supports workflow and processing across accounting areas and prepares internal and external financial and regulatory reports for various legal entities within SMBC AD. Activities are tactical and performed according to prescribed U.S. GAAP and IFRS standards. Complex or unusual accounting transactions are escalated to the next level of management.

Requirements

Knowledge of financial and regulatory reporting, consolidated balance sheets, and general accounting practices, including U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
Experience creating financial statements, including footnotes, and working with external auditors.
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Extensive Excel experience.
Recommended 3 to 7 years of specialized experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Oracle Cloud GL and Alteryx.
CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare internal and external financial and regulatory reports, including audited financial statements and quarterly reporting packages.
Support Accounting Managers by executing various daily accounting tasks.
Interface with the Bank’s accounting department regarding reporting requirements and projects.
Support month-end and quarter-end accounting close to ensure reporting compliance within SMBC AD.
Prepare monthly transaction accounting memos.
Prepare monthly financial analytics, variance analyses, and management reporting packs.
Prepare month-end reconciliations.
Prepare tax-related reports and work with the Tax department to ensure internal and external tax compliance.
Conduct accounting research as needed.
Complete special projects and reports as needed.