Controllers | Analyst | New York / New Jersey

Goldman Sachs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking to hire for their Controllers division in New York. The role focuses on managing the firm’s financial and regulatory obligations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and implementing internal controls. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree and ideally have 0-3 years of relevant experience.

The position requires proficiency in MS Office, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. The expected base salary for this position is between $75,000 and $100,000.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of prior work experience in a relevant field.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient to advanced skills with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare regulatory reports for submission to authorities.
• Implement and maintain financial reporting programs.
• Oversee financial integrity of specific legal entities.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

The Controllers division is dedicated to managing the firm’s financial and regulatory obligations, ensuring accurate financial recording, compliance with accounting standards, and the implementation of internal controls to safeguard company assets. It provides financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making across all business areas.

• Regulatory Reporting is responsible for the meticulous preparation and timely submission of periodic reports to regulatory authorities. These reports cover a broad spectrum of data, including financial statements, risk exposure, customer information, and transaction details, and are crucial for monitoring and supervising the firm’s operations.
• Financial Reporting focuses on implementing and maintaining the firm’s integrated financial reporting program. The team prepares comprehensive financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accurate financial recording and providing essential financial analysis to guide decision‑making and support the firm’s long‑term financial goals.
• Legal Entity Controllers (LEC) oversee the financial integrity and compliance of specific legal entities within the firm. They manage the accounting functions, ensure adherence to local accounting standards and regulatory requirements for each entity, and provide financial oversight for localized performance and reporting.
• Reconciliations are a critical internal control procedure designed to verify the accuracy and reliability of accounting data and other management information. This team ensures that information transmitted to, contained in, and reported from financial systems is accurate, complete, and recorded in a timely manner, helping to substantiate balances, detect errors, and resolve discrepancies quickly.
• Product Controllers are responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting for trading desks and investment products. They manage daily profit & loss (P&L), conduct independent valuations, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, bridging front and back office to support risk management and provide performance insights for strategic decision‑making.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 0‑3 years of prior work experience in a relevant field
• Proficient to advanced skills with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow‑through
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to a variety of industries and businesses
• Ability to self‑direct, analyze and evaluate and form independent judgments
• Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with senior management and global stakeholders
• Commercially savvy with ability to exercise discretion with respect to highly confidential/sensitive information
• Integrity, ethical standards and sound judgment

The expected base salary for this New York/New Jersey United States based position is: $75,000‑$100,000.

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.