AVP, Controllership - Financial Reporting

Job Description

Role Summary / Purpose

Assist key function of reporting processes, reporting directly to VP, Corporate Reporting. Produce timely and accurate analysis to serve key stakeholders in SEC and Regulatory Reporting groups. Assist in the preparation & analysis of SEC periodic reports. Help drive process improvements and increased controllership within the SEC and Regulatory Reporting processes.

Our Way of Working

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the process for preparation & review of the Quarterly SEC Balance Sheet including summary analysis for CFO and Controller review

Assist in the preparation, consolidation, analysis and controls for Reporting data packs and other miscellaneous reporting files to facilitate production of multiple outputs for both SEC and Regulatory Reporting needs.

Assist with Footnote disclosure reviews and related data requests for 10Q and 10K filings.

Assist in the preparation of quarterly materials to support the Chief Accounting Officer and SVP Controllership

Ownership, maintenance and monitoring of Reporting deliverable listing to ensure accurate complete and timely reporting and proper accountability for such

Assist with Axiom development and user acceptance testing prior to production

Perform weekly average balance monitoring

Help drive consistency across all external reporting (SEC Reporting and Regulatory) as applicable.

Proactively identifies opportunities for process improvements and drives Controllership or cross functional implementation of identified opportunities; to implement & be comfortable working in a continuous improvement environment.

Assists with SEC filings, review of the 10K / 10Q SEC disclosure requirements and comparison / research of peer filings as applicable.

Assists with preparation and maintenance of SOX Process Maps & other control documentation related to reporting

Works cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results.

Stays current with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting and Regulatory reporting requirements

Addresses questions and requests from Internal audit & external auditors

Perform other duties and / or special projects as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred

Minimum five years Accounting experience in the Banking or Financial Services industry

Proficient use of financial systems (HFM, Hyperion databases & Oracle Financials Data Warehouse (OFDW) and Microsoft Office (Excel)

Desired Skills & Experience

SEC reporting experience

Analytical skills, ability to influence colleagues and facilitate meetings

Excellent communication skills – both oral and written

Ability to work in a team environment effectively

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

Familiar with concepts of process improvement and simplification

Grade / Level : 11

The salary range for this position is 90,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements

You must be 18 years or older

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment

When you join us, you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to offer a safe space to learn and grow.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re proud to have an award-winning culture for all.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

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