Financial Controller - Associate

JPMorganChase; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Bengaluru is seeking an Associate in the Financial Accounting, Infrastructure, and Reporting (FAIR) team. The role involves partnering with Controllers to prepare financial statements, performing monthly reconciliations, and ensuring adherence to regulatory reporting requirements. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and basic knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS standards. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Basic knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Ability to analyze financial data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Perform monthly General ledger Reconciliation.
• Ensure regulatory reporting compliance.

Skills

Understanding of US GAAP & IFRS Standards

Partnership building

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Interest in finance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field

CA/MBA preferred

Job description

Job Description

You are a strategic thinker passionate about driving solutions using Techo/Finance skills. You have found the right team “The Financial Accounting, Infrastructure and Reporting team (FAIR)”. As an Associate within the FAIR team, you will focus daily on defining, refining, and accomplishing the set objectives for our firm.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with Financial/Legal entity Controllers to prepare & review financial statements across different JP Morgan legal entities and geographies
• Work with various teams to research, elevate, and clear exceptions to the general ledger and other interfacing systems in a timely manner to ensure the integrity of ledger/risk management systems
• Perform monthly General ledger Reconciliation & Substantiation process
• Adhere to various regulatory reporting requirements when performing the reporting / month end close process
• Ensuring appropriateness of reference data for account hierarchies
• Participate in user acceptance tests during projects on system implementation/changes & other business initiatives

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field
• Basic knowledge of industry standards and regulations for US GAAP &/or IFRS Standards
• Ability to understand / comprehend data flows and its impacts across the ledger, RMS & reporting systems along with their interrelationships and dependencies. Good knowledge of investment banking products e.g. Securities, derivatives, etc.
• Ability to understand business drivers/requirements and influence partners to deliver solutions to business problems
• Ability to build strong partnerships across various stakeholder groups at onshore location and within Mumbai through proactive and strong communication.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, strong interest in learning, resourceful under pressure and willing to take accountability

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• CA/MBA’s with 3 years of relevant experience (Controller experience is preferred)

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About The Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.