Assistant Controller

Seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented individual to work in the Accounting department of the New York office of a multinational financial services group based out of Spain.

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Accounting Manager assists in directing the accounting control functions. These functions include assistance in establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures and preparing financial reports.

List Major/Essential Job Duties:

• To make sure that accounting functions are performed efficiently through the following duties:
• Assist the controller to ensure accounting procedures are updated, and that the month-end and year-end closings are efficiently organized, and the financial data is accurate for the reporting period.
• Assist in the implementation of GL system, account mapping and financial statement structure.
• Review daily/weekly financial reports and monthly accounting reconciliations.
• Review legal entity financial statements and monthly results presentation, ensuring significant variances on Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss are accurately explained.
• Perform bank reconciliation, reconcile and book open items.
• Review suspense items for timely clearance of open items.
• Collaborates with the Tax department in compiling information for tax preparation.
• Assist in preparation of regulatory reports to the Federal Reserve Bank and the New York State Department of Financial Services.
• Analyze accounting and regulatory reporting implications of new products presented by Front Office interacting with the sponsors and other teams involved.
• Assist in the preparation of audit deliverables for external auditors, requests from regulators and internal auditors.

Level of Complexity and Risk Involved:

The level of complexity and risk involved are moderate for this position.

Skills, knowledge, abilities/competencies:

• 10 years experience in an accounting role at at financial institution or in audit with banking and capital markets experience
• CPA preferred
• Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Be proficient in Excel and knowledgeable of accounting systems (knowledgeable of Accounting Information System reports MIDAS preferably).
• Possess advanced knowledge of accounting principles, standard concepts, practices and procedures and ability to understand and solve complex accounting issues
• Be well organized and detailed oriented

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $130,000 to $165,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions