Macro Financial Control - Associate

With a focus on Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss (P&L) reconciliation, General Ledger reporting, and financial data consolidation, you will have the opportunity to bring your analytical skills and attention to detail to the forefront while making a real impact on the success of the business.As a Financial Controller at JPMorgan you will work with skilled professionals primarily focusing on ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of the Firm’s books and records, with special emphasis on controls over general ledger, operating systems and infrastructure across the entire lifecycle of the business. Some of the most common functions and activities you will own are Balance Sheet and P&L reconciliation, Balance Sheet substantiation, inter-entity controls, manual bookings to the general ledger, and the month end close coordination for your line of business.Job responsibilities Manage and support the consolidation of JPMorgan Chase financial data at month-ends Ensure the accuracy and validity of general ledger accounts, including adherence to the firm-wide General Ledger Reconciliation & Substantiation (GLRS) standards Ensure adherence to Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet controls owned by Financial Control, including identifying and implementing opportunities for efficiency Oversee, analyse, communicate, and resolve material variances between the General Ledger and upstream systems Establish and manage relationships with various Line of Business controllers, Product Controllers, Legal Entity Controllers, Middle Office, Business Managers, Technology and Operations and other functions across global locations Actively identify gaps in current reconciliation process and participate in the implementation of new controls and strategic solutions, Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, other numerical fields Minimum of 5 years experience in Banking, Accounting or within other Finance function including prior people management responsibilities Understanding of General Ledger accounting concepts (Balance Sheet, P&L), knowledge of investment bank products (derivatives, bonds, loans Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in working with large datasets Excellent command of business English and communication skills (both written and spoken) Self-driven attitude with good organizational and problem-solving skills, focused on constant improvement Comfort liaising with business and partners while building and maintaining strong working relationships Ability to balance multiple priorities and execute in a constantly changing environment