Accounting Standards Specialist

1 week ago


Jersey City, New Jersey, United States SMBC Full time
Role Overview

SMBC is seeking a highly skilled Associate to join our Controllers department in Jersey City. This role will support the Americas Division Center of Excellence, responsible for General Ledger and Chart of Account maintenance, balance sheet substantiation, and end-user computing controls across entities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support Balance Sheet substantiation process in the Americas Division by working with controllers across legal entities and various geographical regions to ensure timely attestation.
  • Develop and implement effective internal controls and reconciliation procedures to improve operational performance and minimize financial reporting risk.
  • Review daily system-to-system reconciliation reports and escalate breaks timely and effectively.
  • Gather monthly Trial Balance attestation for the month-end process, ensuring legacy GL systems tie to Oracle GL.
  • Communicate with Controllers regarding project, accounting, and/or reporting items.
  • Support various projects related to reconciliations and controls enhancement.
  • Assist with internal and external auditor requests.
Requirements
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in a financial services sector, financial institutions, or public accounting experience is preferred.
  • Experience with GL/ERP applications required (Oracle GL system preferred).
  • Previous experience with an account reconciliation platform preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office applications - Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Knowledge of pivot tables, Excel formulas, etc.
  • Knowledge of US GAAP preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with an ability to manage relationships across various stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively and independently.
  • Detail-oriented and well-organized.
  • Ability to multi-task and work with shifting priorities.
What We Offer

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.

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 .



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