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Citi · 2 months ago

Senior Markets Financial Reporting Risk Analyst Vice President Hybrid

Getzville New York United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $138K/yr

7+ years exp

Citi is a global financial services company, and they are seeking a Senior Markets Financial Reporting Risk Analyst Vice President. The role focuses on enhancing the books and records discipline within Markets Operations and involves collaboration with various teams to ensure effective accounting practices and controls.

BankingFinanceFinancial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and implement robust quality controls for balance sheet substantiation and enhance books and records/accounting knowledge across Markets Operations through training and standards

Collaborate with line Operations teams to ensure effective metrics and controls, regularly reviewing and updating them

Work with Finance to ensure complete balance sheet substantiation and effective control design

Bridge the gap between cash movements and their recording on Citi's books

Oversee account owner activity across Markets Operations, including chart of accounts maintenance, consistent roles and responsibilities, and reconciliation requirements

Address exceptions and breaks, ensuring timely escalation, root cause analysis, and cross-functional learning

Oversee reserve calculations, identify opportunities to reduce aged exceptions and reserves, and standardize and centralize proofing processes

Collaborate with Finance and Operations Risk & Control to ensure compliance with policies and standards

Partner with Balance Sheet Control and risk reporting for accurate and timely exception reporting

Work with the Front Office to ensure robust upstream data and processes

Promote consistency and common standards with Centralized Operations

Collaborate with Technology to build a standardized mechanism for accruing and paying/receiving interest between internal desks/accounts

Implement best practices for compliant and effective reconciliations

Promote the development and retention of account and reconciliation subject matter experts

Strengthen issue management and escalate emerging risks appropriately

Lead Markets Operations' involvement in firm-wide accounting and books and records programs (e.g., Strategic Ledger) and represent the team in governance forums

Qualification

Financial AccountingOperational Risk ManagementAccounting ProcessesFinancial ReportingProduct KnowledgeLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingActive Listening

Required

7-10+ years of relevant experience in financial accounting and operational aspects of books and records management

Finance background/degree and experience working with Technology on product development, UAT, and collaborating with Finance/Market Operations teams

Strong understanding of financial products and ability to assess situations accurately and take appropriate action

Ability to articulate how risk technology supports the business and identify gaps between current technology and business needs

Ability to assess the impact of stress shocks, including fat-tailed risks

Strong leadership skills, ability to serve as an escalation point, and decisive decision-making in high-risk scenarios

Adaptability, creative problem-solving, and sound judgment

Experience managing operational risk capital in partnership with the business, Finance, and Risk

Excellent communication, active listening, and mentoring skills

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Life, accident, and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

Company

Citi

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Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress.

Founded in 1812

San Antonio, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.citi.com

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