Global Finance and Business Management - Product Control- Associate

Next Frontier Capital; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Newark, DE seeks a Product Control Associate for the Executive Middle Office to own daily P&L and risk substantiation, while improving controls and governance across Front Office, Market Risk, Technology, and Finance. You will liaise with senior stakeholders and support strategic initiatives.

The role requires strong Excel skills, independence, and a deep understanding of Rates/Swaps. Join a high-visibility team shaping decisions and scale across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Product Control, Middle Office, Market Risk, Valuation, or Finance.
• Strong product knowledge with hands-on experience in Rates and Swaps.
• Understanding of the transaction lifecycle and the infrastructure/data flows that support trading, valuation, and risk.
• A controls mindset and demonstrated ability to identify breaks, explain drivers, and fix root causes (not just “clear the break”).
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and expand appropriately.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Own daily P&L and risk substantiation for CIO/Treasury desks and management, delivering clear, accurate outputs and timely commentary.
• Lead the daily Front Office signoff process for P&L and risk—building credibility with the desk, resolving breaks, and driving an on-time close.
• Provide oversight and quality control for the daily P&L/risk process performed by junior team members (review, coaching, escalation, continuous improvement).
• Review and challenge system-to-system reconciliations and key feeds across CIO & Treasury, escalating issues and driving root-cause fixes with Technology and partners.
• Run and enhance Market Risk-related controls, including monitoring/updating risk limits and supporting clean P&L for VaR back-testing.
• Support and shape new business initiatives: onboard new products, design middle office workflows, and advise on booking strategy and operational procedures.
• Drive process efficiency and stronger controls by identifying improvements, simplifying workflows, and delivering tactical and strategic solutions.
• Partner across functions and regions to ensure robust governance over P&L and risk.
• Contribute to strategic re-engineering and global projects across three regions, delivering meaningful improvements to end-to-end flows and controls.
• Support control frameworks including CSA, SOX, and Business Control Committees (BCCs).
• Respond to high-priority ad hoc requests with precision, judgment, and calm under pressure.

Skills

Product Control

Middle Office

Rates & Swaps

Excel

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

As a Product Control Associate in the Executive Middle Office team, you will promote financial accuracy, strengthen risk management, and influence how a major investment platform runs day to day. The Product Controller on the Executive Middle Office team, will sit at the intersection of Front Office, Market Risk, Technology, and Finance—owning the daily P&L and risk story for one of the CIO’s flagship products and helping ensure the business is well supported, properly controlled, and positioned to scale.

This is a high-visibility role for someone who thrives in fast-moving markets, enjoys complex products, and wants a seat close to decision-making.

Job Responsibilities:

• Own daily P&L and risk substantiation for CIO/Treasury desks and management, delivering clear, accurate outputs and timely commentary.
• Lead the daily Front Office signoff process for P&L and risk—building credibility with the desk, resolving breaks, and driving an on-time close.
• Provide oversight and quality control for the daily P&L/risk process performed by junior team members (review, coaching, escalation, continuous improvement).
• Review and challenge system-to-system reconciliations and key feeds across CIO & Treasury, escalating issues and driving root-cause fixes with Technology and partners.
• Run and enhance Market Risk-related controls, including monitoring/updating risk limits and supporting clean P&L for VaR back-testing.
• Support and shape new business initiatives: onboard new products, design middle office workflows, and advise on booking strategy and operational procedures.
• Drive process efficiency and stronger controls by identifying improvements, simplifying workflows, and delivering tactical and strategic solutions.
• Partner across functions and regions (Front Office, Market Risk, Business Management, Trade Support, Financial Controllers, VCG, Technology) to ensure robust governance over P&L and risk.
• Contribute to strategic re-engineering and global projects across three regions, delivering meaningful improvements to end-to-end flows and controls.
• Support control frameworks including CSA, SOX, and Business Control Committees (BCCs).
• Respond to high-priority ad hoc requests with precision, judgment, and calm under pressure.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Capabilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Product Control, Middle Office, Market Risk, Valuation, or Finance.
• Strong product knowledge with hands‑on experience in Rates and Swaps.
• Understanding of the transaction lifecycle and the infrastructure/data flows that support trading, valuation, and risk.
• A controls mindset and demonstrated ability to identify breaks, explain drivers, and fix root causes (not just “clear the break”).
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and expand appropriately.
• Strong communication skills and credibility with senior stakeholders; able to challenge constructively.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to deep dive, improve controls, and streamline processes.
• Strong relationship‑building across teams and regions.
• Ability to handle high volumes of ad hoc requests and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Capabilities:

• Front Office proximity & high visibility: You’ll be the person who helps the desk confidently stand behind its numbers every day.
• Opportunity to expand scope through leadership, controls ownership, and strategic project delivery.
• Real influence: You’ll help modernize processes, improve control effectiveness, and shape workflows as the business evolves.
• Complex products, strong career foundation: Deep exposure to Rates/Swaps (and MBS), risk concepts, valuation drivers, and cross‑system flows.

Work authorization

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. JPMorganChase does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role and will not provide assistance or sign documentation in support of other immigration sponsorship or benefits, including OPT or CPT.

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

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.

Global Finance & Business Management works to strategically manage capital, drive growth and efficiencies, maintain financial reporting and proactively manage risk. By providing information, analysis and recommendations to improve results and drive decisions, teams ensure the company can navigate all types of market conditions while protecting our fortress balance sheet.

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