Location: Jersey City,NJ, USA
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.The anticipated salary range for this role is between $92,000.00 and $175,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.Role DescriptionSMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc, a registered broker dealer, provides investment securities and other financial services to corporate and institutional clients, focusing on North America and Larin America. The Accounting team oversees financial reporting, regulatory reporting and management reporting functions. This position will be responsible for reporting functions such as daily reconciliation review, intercompany cost allocations, etc., while assisting the team with month end closing and audit support.Scope: Reporting to the Executive Director of Accounting Group, this position will be responsible for various daily/monthly/quarterly reporting functions. These functions include reviewing reconciliations, intercompany cost allocations and Head Office reporting. This position will also be expected to assist the team in the month end close process and in external and internal audits. This position will be closely working with accounting teams from other affiliates, and will also interact with other departments within Nikko America.ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary reviewer of daily reports which includes Trading P&L, Firm Inventory, and GL to Subledger reconciliations. Assist the team in investigating reconciliation breaks as needed.Act as the primary reviewer of quarterly Head Office reporting package. Respond to requests/questions from Bank's Controllers regarding HO package.Act as the primary reviewer of quarterly intercompany direct and indirect cost allocations. Work with various affiliates for the invoicing and settlement of allocated costs.Act as alternate reviewer of daily cash reconciliations. Work with Operations Group to clear the cash rec items as required.Perform allocated month end tasks which may include calculating fee allocations and reviewing aged receivables and payables.Review and approve accounting entries posted to GL by junior staff as neededReview Accounting's Policy and Procedures prepared by junior staffProvide requested workpapers to internal and external auditorsQualifications and SkillsExtensive knowledge of accounting and financial reporting processGood knowledge of securities broker dealer business, financial products and regulatory reporting (SEA 15c3-1)Proficiency MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Visio). Good knowledge in analytical tools such Alteryx and Power BI is preferredStrong analytic and problem solving skills; strong documentation skills; high level of urgency and deadline driven: attention to detail, accuracy and accountabilityStrong communication and interpersonal skills; possesses diplomacy and displays confidenceA team leader who is collaborative yet able to work independentlyKnowledge of Oracle GL suite is a strong plusRequirementsWork experience: 7 to 10 years of specialized experience in Financial Services and 2 + years Financial Reporting (broker dealer experience is a strong plus)Education: Required: BA / BS | Preferred: MA / MS / MBALicenses/certifications/Registrations: Required: CPA, Series 99 or 27 | Preferred: CFALanguage Skills: Business fluency in the following language(s): EnglishSoftware Systems/Programming Languages: Microsoft Office Suite , Oracle Cloud GL Suite, Broadridge Impact, AlteryxWork environment: SMBC's 5 Values guide the overall culture of the work environment - Customer First; Proactive/Innovative; Speed; Quality; and Team SMBC. This job is performed in a secured bench seating office environment, using standard office equipment (i.e., desktops, phone, etc.) The role may regularly require long hours and occasional weekend work, as job duties and team priorities demand.Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job: Standard SMFG office environment.Travel: Percentage of travel required: 0-10%Additional RequirementsD&I CommitmentResponsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, holding leaders accountable for creating an inclusive environment through awareness and practice of equity in recruiting, developing, and promoting diverse talent.SMBC's employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at ...@smbcgroup.com.