Controllers, SEC Reporting, Associate, New York

Goldman Sachs•New York, NY

1d•$85,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Controllers Department ensures the firm meets all financial control and reporting obligations as a global, regulated, and public financial institution. Professionals in this department measure the profitability and risks associated with every aspect of the firm’s business, and ensure compliance with financial market regulations. The SEC Reporting Associate will play a key role in the finance/accounting group, reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting. This role is responsible for the preparation of internal and external reporting, primarily SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K).

Requirements

3-4+ years of work experience including public accounting/Big 4.
Knowledge of public company accounting and financial reporting requirements are critical, including General Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP), Sarbanes Oxley and SEC compliance.
Thorough knowledge of financial statements and accounting regulations.
Working knowledge of Workiva.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
CPA is recommended.

Responsibilities

Prepare all SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, Form 10) for accuracy and completeness in accordance with US GAAP and Regulations S-K and S-X.
Prepare quarterly/annual results for the CFO, disclosure committee and audit committee.
Facilitate quarterly review and annual audit process for timely completion, including regular communication with the auditors.
Review Investor Relations materials for external communication, including website.
Collaborate with the Investor Relations and Sales team as needed on due diligence requests.
Collaborate with other finance and accounting groups to facilitate or prepare internal/management reporting.
In collaboration with the policy group, serve as an accounting research resource for the team on all non-recurring and unusual transactions, including updating the group on all new accounting pronouncements and their impact as appropriate.