Manager, Product Control (US)

TD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

TD seeks a Manager in the Product Control Team for Commodities in TD Securities. The role leads a specialized group responsible for P&L, balance sheet, and valuation governance across metals, energy, and related products, with strong focus on controls and risk management.

You will guide a high-performing team, develop capabilities, and partner with trading, risk, and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with evolving regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in valuations or controllership for commodities, metals, or energy.
• Leadership experience with coaching and development.
• Strong knowledge of capital markets, derivatives, valuations, and accounting controls.
• Ability to inspire teams toward progressive change and broader goals.
• Awareness of emerging issues and regulatory requirements affecting finance.
• Proven ability to build relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of capital markets and regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• As Manager covering Commodities, oversee specialized product control functions for TD Securities.
• Ensure strong financial controls around P&L, Balance Sheet, and valuation processes.
• Lead a high performing team to meet business and operational objectives.
• Develop team expertise and assess skills to maximize value delivered.
• Review and approve work, maintaining appropriate oversight.
• Act as the financial guardian of TD Securities' sales and trading activities.
• Ensure independent validation of trading portfolios' value and projections.
• Stay aware of evolving regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Oversee research, development, and implementation of new processes or tools.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external partners for optimal service.
• Provide guidance and escalation support for the area as SME.
• Protect organizational interests by identifying risks and high-risk transactions.
• Collaborate with business units to evaluate and integrate new products with controls.
• Provide reliable financial information to managers and stakeholders.
• Work with trading desks, technology, and financial control for timely reporting.

Skills

Valuations

Controllership

People management

Capital markets

Financial derivatives

Accounting

Regulatory environment

Education

Finance/Accounting/Math degree

Quantitative disciplines

Job description

Work Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Hours

40

Line Of Business

Data & Analytics

Pay Detail

$115,000 - $145,000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description

The Wholesale Banking Finance Group is responsible for developing and delivering financial strategy, information, and management support within TD Securities (TDS). A key function within the department is the oversight and governance related to execution and reporting of fair value, in support of TD Securities' business objectives. To ensure the accuracy, valuation, and reporting of financial instruments for financial accounting purposes, the successful candidate will work with different stakeholders to ensure that business lines adhere to policies and procedures, and controls are effective.

Job Description

Within Controller & Chief Accountants in Finance, the Product Control Team supports TD Securities and is responsible for providing overall end-to-end accountability for the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of optimized processes and controls for financial reporting. Product Control is the primary point of contact on P&L, Balance Sheet, Attribution, and Independent Pricing Verification & Valuation Adjustments reporting and initiatives, exercising an in depth understanding of the products, valuations, and risks of the Business. The Product Control team provides controllership, reporting, analysis, investigation, and commentary for a wide range of TD Securities business lines including equity derivatives, fixed income, credit derivatives, commodities, foreign exchange, and more.

As a Manager covering Commodities in the Product Control Team, you will:

• Oversee and/or manage specialized team supporting various product control functions for the TD Securities business.
• Ensure strong financial controls and efficient processes around the P&L, Attribution, Balance Sheet, and Independent Pricing Verification and Valuation Adjustment processes for TD Securities.
• Lead a high performing team to achieve business and operational objectives, maintain effective practices and deliver quality service consistent with TDS business objectives.
• Grow team expertise to align with business/enterprise demand and direction; assess team skills and capabilities and continually look for ways to provide and enhance the value delivered.
• Review/approve the work of others as it relates to area of specialized support and maintain appropriate level of oversight as per executive management direction.
• Act as a business product control function and the financial guardian of the TDS sales and trading activities.
• Ensure overall Product Control function conducts independent validation of the value of the trading portfolios / books.
• Keep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts.
• Oversee research, development and implementation of new processes, technologies, or operating models.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners for the purposes of delivering optimal customer service.
• Act as subject matter expert and primary escalation point for own area and provide guidance / advice and recommendations to support dealings with internal / external partners.
• Protect the interests of the organization – identify and manage risks, and elevate non-standard, high risk transactions / activities as necessary.
• Work with the businesses and the new business product groups to evaluate and integrate new products and businesses into our financial environment and build in appropriate controls to ensure integrity for financial records.
• Provision reliable and meaningful financial information to business managers, external stakeholders, and other relevant internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with the trading desk, trade support, syndicate accounting, technology, financial control, and other infrastructure areas to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
• Proactively partner with and support the business to develop business, financial, operational, and/or strategy for the organization.
• Ensure alignment between business and enterprise financial goals / thresholds.

Job Requirements

• Extensive experience in valuations or controllership for commodities, metals, or energy is a requirement.
• Previous people management experience, proven leadership skills and a passion for coaching and development.
• In-depth knowledge and experience working with capital markets, financial derivatives, valuations, accounting, and control practices.
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate teams towards progressive change and a broader vision.
• Keeping abreast of emerging issues, industry trends, new technologies and evolving regulatory requirements to proactively assess potential impact.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships with business partners, stakeholders, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Strong understanding of capital markets and regulatory environment.

Additional Information

• Pursuit or completion of professional accreditation (CPA/CFA/MBA) is an asset.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics (Engineering, Physics, Computer Science) or other quantitative disciplines
• Capital markets, finance, accounting, mathematics, or equivalent quantitative disciplines
• 7+ years related experience.

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we strive to make every interaction, product and experience remarkably human and refreshingly simple. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank.

Together, we are reimagining what banking can be for our clients, colleagues and communities.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities.

If you’re passionate about helping clients and building deep, lasting relationships, TD offers diverse career paths where you can grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact.

We're committed to your success and foster a respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, everyone has fair opportunities to grow, and you can unlock your full potential to achieve your career goals. Here at TD, we hire and develop the best.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [e-mail]. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.