Corporate Controller, US Consumer Bank

Barclays; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead financial operations and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. This pivotal role involves overseeing accounting practices under US GAAP and IFRS, managing a team, and providing strategic advice to senior management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting, regulatory reporting, and risk management. This position offers the opportunity to influence key financial decisions and contribute to the organization's strategic initiatives in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing financial accounting and reporting under US GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on internal controls and financial integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Manage the preparation of financial statements in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Tax Compliance

Regulatory Reporting

Internal Controls

Financial Policy Development

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA Certification

Tools

Financial Software

Accounting Systems

Job description

The Corporate Controller is responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounting and financial controls for the Barclays Bank Delaware legal entity (under US GAAP) and for the USCB segment (under IFRS). The role involves providing leadership across financial accounting, partnership accounting, tax, regulatory reporting, financial controls, and accounting policy. The Corporate Controller advises the CFO and USCB executive team on accounting implications of activities such as acquisitions or contract negotiations.

Responsibilities include direct responsibility or supervisory oversight over financial accounting, partnership accounting, tax, regulatory reporting, financial control, accounting policy, and cost management.

The Corporate Controller, US Consumer Bank, leads a team ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all accounting and financial reporting activities, maintaining a strong internal control environment for Barclays Bank Delaware and USCB segment.

Purpose of the role

Manage the financial operations of the organization, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial reporting.

Accountabilities

1. Manage the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements and other accounting records in accordance with relevant standards and regulations.
2. Support identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks; report on these risks to senior colleagues.
3. Develop and maintain a robust system of internal controls to safeguard assets, prevent fraudulent misreporting, and ensure financial data accuracy, including regular assessments of internal control effectiveness.
4. Develop and implement up-to-date financial policies and procedures for consistent and effective practices.
5. Manage the selection, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems and software, collaborating with IT to ensure integration with other enterprise systems.
6. Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory reports; support other departments in their regulatory reporting.
7. Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities during audits and examinations.

Director Expectations

1. Manage a business function, contributing to strategic initiatives, policy development, and managing complex projects.
2. Lead a large team or sub-function, fostering a performance-driven culture; for individual contributors, lead organization-wide projects and serve as a technical expert.
3. Provide expert advice to senior management and committees, influencing decisions and strategic initiatives.
4. Manage resourcing, budgeting, and policy creation for a significant sub-function.
5. Ensure compliance with policies and regulations, monitoring external environment and influencing when appropriate.
6. Demonstrate comprehensive industry and sector knowledge, using analytical skills to solve complex problems.
7. Make significant decisions and influence stakeholders internally and externally.
8. Act as principal contact for key clients and divisions, representing the function externally.

All senior leaders are expected to embody leadership behaviors aligned with Barclays' values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, fostering an environment for colleagues to excel. The four LEAD behaviors are: Listen and be authentic, Energize and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others. All colleagues should demonstrate the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, Drive.