Global Private Bank Asia Controller - Associate

Job Description
Overview
In this role, you will be part of the Global Private Bank (GPB) Asia Controller team in Singapore partnering with colleagues across various functions and locations in the United States, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Asia. As an Associate with GPB Asia Controller team, your responsibilities will include timely and accurate preparation of financial and regulatory reports for internal stakeholders as well as regulators. You will also get the opportunity to be involved in analysis and implementation of changes for new products and regulatory update.
Key responsibilities

• Month-end close process to ensure accurate and complete close of books & records under US GAAP as well as local GAAP.
• Participate in working groups for projects impacting the GPB Asia Business.
• Perform analytical review to identify any significant misstatement on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, and liaise with other functions (e.g. business management, middle office) to identify business drivers for significant variances.
• Assist the local Legal Entity Controller (LEC) team in completing the GPB business related information on both financial and regulatory reporting, as and when required. This may include key disclosures and provision of local GAAP adjustments.
• Perform impact/gap analysis on new accounting standards and new regulations, as and when required.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and regulators, as and when required.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with minimum 4 years working experience; preferably in Financial Institutions or Audit firms.
• Experience in financial reporting.
• Deep understanding of IFRS and US GAAP.
• Knowledge on local financial and regulatory reporting in Singapore and Hong Kong.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet challenging deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Team player who is proactive and willing to take ownership.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Proficient user of MS suite of products (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Knowledge/experience with one or several dash-boarding/automation tools (Tableau, Alteryx, etc.).

About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.
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.