VP, Controllership - CIB

Santander • New York, NY

1d • $145,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference. The VP, Controllership - Corporate & Investment Banking manages and monitors large projects and/or accounting processes within the accounting function. The incumbent provides subject matter expertise to leaders and business lines by providing guidance, interpretation, and communicating impact to business lines/accounting team. Manages and monitors any large project or process implementation within the accounting function. Provide monthly close reporting support and perform analysis to report to management. Directs and guides accounting teams by reviewing financial information, reporting, and disclosures. Ensures compliance and regulatory standards are met within the department. Researches and analyzes new products, systems, and/or best practices within the accounting function; with an emphasis on Loan Portfolio Product Control. Lead initiatives for automation and IT transformation across the Controllership function. Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Monitors and communicates accounting developments to the organization's operations, financials, and regulatory reporting to management. Collaborates cross-functionally with all lines of businesses to facilitate and lead timely implementation and standardization of any new accounting requirements made to the existing accounting policies and procedures. Collaborates with other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives. Advises senior management on the best practices needed to meet defined goals and objectives. Manages projects and initiatives as requested by senior management. Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Improves existing processes and practices within the Accounting department. Represents the organization as a primary resource and subject matter expert for specific accounting projects, initiatives, and updates. Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to junior professionals as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Required
• 6+ Years Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or similar field within the Banking or Financial Services Industry - Required.
• Advanced accounting practices and procedures, including US GAAP/IFRS and regulatory reporting standards.
• Ability to lead, influence and direct peers, subordinates and management.
• Ability to make effective decision making on complex matters.
• Ability to convey a sense of urgency and drive.
• Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to handle conflict resolution with other groups (e.g. business units) outside of Corporate Accounting to ensure appropriate accounting guidance is followed.
• Ability to adjust to new developments/changing circumstances.
• Ability to interact with senior level management; experience interfacing with multiple levels of the organizational structure.
• Ability to maintain and report on confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and customer service skills required.
• Strong attention to details with an ability to analyze information quickly.
• Self-directed, self-motivated and demonstrated experience providing ideas and solutions to further business understanding.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
• Results oriented; ability to work efficiently and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Preferred
• CPA: (Certified Public Accountant) - Preferred.
• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

Responsibilities

• Manages and monitors large projects and/or accounting processes within the accounting function.
• Provides subject matter expertise to leaders and business lines by providing guidance, interpretation, and communicating impact to business lines/accounting team.
• Manages and monitors any large project or process implementation within the accounting function.
• Provide monthly close reporting support and perform analysis to report to management.
• Directs and guides accounting teams by reviewing financial information, reporting, and disclosures.
• Ensures compliance and regulatory standards are met within the department.
• Researches and analyzes new products, systems, and/or best practices within the accounting function; with an emphasis on Loan Portfolio Product Control.
• Lead initiatives for automation and IT transformation across the Controllership function.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Monitors and communicates accounting developments to the organization's operations, financials, and regulatory reporting to management.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with all lines of businesses to facilitate and lead timely implementation and standardization of any new accounting requirements made to the existing accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.
• Advises senior management on the best practices needed to meet defined goals and objectives.
• Manages projects and initiatives as requested by senior management.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Improves existing processes and practices within the Accounting department.
• Represents the organization as a primary resource and subject matter expert for specific accounting projects, initiatives, and updates.
• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to junior professionals as needed.

Benefits

• We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager