About Goldman Sachs

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a bank holding company and a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm.  We provide a wide range of services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial investors, governments, non-profit organizations and high net worth individuals.  Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dallas, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai and other major financial centers around the world.

Controllers

Controllers ensure that the firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated, and public financial institution. Our professionals measure the profitability of, and risks associated with, every aspect of the firm's business. Controllers also ensure that the firm's activities are conducted in compliance with the regulations governing transactions in the financial markets.

Controllers Independent Review Group (CIRG); Monitoring and Testing (M&T)

The Controllers Independent Review Group (CIRG) is a core team within the Controllers Risk Governance Office (CRGO).  CRGO is responsible for the overall risk management of the Controllers division, including aspects of operational, financial and regulatory reporting risk. CIRG is responsible for designing and implementing an independent, risk oriented assessment of high risk processes including relevant regulatory/ firm policies, data and critical controls across the division.  CIRG also manages to resolution, along with stakeholders, control improvements and other remediation necessary to ensure a proper risk and control posture within the division. 

Responsibilities

Assess the design adequacy and operating effectiveness of key controls in order to provide management with reasonable assurance as to the effectiveness of the control environmentPerform data analysis to identify patterns / trends and areas of risk that may warrant further review or testingCommunicate findings and liaise with stakeholders within the division to develop risk remediation plans and advise on control optionsLiaise across relevant business, technology to prioritize risks, challenge decisions, assumptions and drive appropriate risk response Contribute to divisional risk initiatives related to the firm's overall risk management programPartner with other firm risk and control disciplines (e.g., Internal Audit, Operational Risk) to support the firm's overall control objectivesParticipate in governance initiatives to meet policy and audit standards for the Controllers division of the firm globallyMonitor the division's risk posture, providing management with transparency utilizing management reporting/dashboards

Competencies

Attention to detail and possesses strong excel, analytical & organizational skillsProactive, strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsAbility to operate in a fast-paced environment with high sense of urgency/ multi-tasking skillsInterest in developing a solid understanding of financial markets/ products and the financial and regulatory reporting landscapeKeen to learn, adopt new skills and identify and make improvements to systems and processes

Preferred Qualification

3 + years of related experienceExperience with Control Design and Control Performance AssessmentsUnderstanding of Financial and/or Regulatory ReportingCandidate has experience/knowledge of key aspects of finance and accounting commensurate with a global banking institutionPublic or internal audit experience with exposure in Financial Services sector Certified Public Accountant/ equivalent degreeQuality Assurance experiencePrior experience with market, credit and operational risk 

Salary Range 
The expected base salary for this Jersey City, New Jersey, United States-based position is $85000-$140000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits 
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.