VP, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting Leader

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs in New York seeks a seasoned Controller to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and robust financial reporting for a global financial institution. You will interpret accounting standards, support policy development, and partner with SEC reporting teams to ensure accurate disclosures.

Knowledge of ASC 805/810/815/606, M&A and Digital Assets is a plus. CPA is required, and the role involves leading training on new standards and guiding business units across the firm.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with five years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with seven years of experience.
• CPA is required.

Responsibilities

• Support business units and corporate functions in interpreting and applying existing accounting standards and the firm’s accounting policies.
• Utilize U.S. GAAP literature to support accounting policy analysis and application.
• Monitor and interpret emerging technical accounting issues under U.S. GAAP and support SEC disclosures.
• Contribute to the development and updates of the firm’s accounting policies.
• Partner with SEC Reporting and Legal Entity Controller teams to ensure accuracy and investor relevance of disclosures.
• Deliver training and guidance on emerging accounting standards and firm-wide policy application.

Skills

GAAP expertise

ASC 805/810/815/606

M&A & Digital Assets knowledge

SEC reporting support

CPA certification

Project management

Technical research & memoranda

Training delivery

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Job description

Goldman Sachs in New York seeks a seasoned Controller to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and robust financial reporting for a global financial institution. You will interpret accounting standards, support policy development, and partner with SEC reporting teams to ensure accurate disclosures.

Knowledge of ASC 805/810/815/606, M&A and Digital Assets is a plus. CPA is required, and the role involves leading training on new standards and guiding business units across the firm.