Corporate Finance Controller - Accounting Policy & Projects
Neuberger Berman Group
As part of Neuberger Berman Group’s Controllers organization, the Vice President role will report to the Head of Financial Control and will be responsible for a broad array of areas including providing accounting advisory / policy support for new transaction types, the implementation of new accounting standards, and being involved with the implementation of firm wide initiatives such as acquisitions and other Finance process improvements.
The Vice President will work closely with all regional Financial Control teams, the Financial Planning & Analysis team, and the GP Reporting team as well as numerous teams throughout the firms operating platform.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with legal entity controllers to ensure that accounting policies are properly adopted and maintained for consolidated firm and multiple separate company financial statements
Lead engagement on special projects, including M&A transaction integration, new business initiatives, and Finance reengineering initiatives
Review impacts of new accounting guidance on day-to-day accounting and financial statements
Analyze transactions and scenarios against technical accounting guidance summarizing conclusions to key stakeholders
Assist in preparation and review of legal entity financial statements and high-quality financial analyses presented to senior management
Support monthly financial close activities, including preparation or review of journal entries and account reconciliations
Work closely with external auditors, internal auditors, and regulatory bodies as appropriate
Qualifications:
10+ years of Accounting / Finance experience, preferably in financial services industry with an emphasis in asset management
CPA preferred, MBA a plus
Strong verbal and written communication proficiency
Strong understanding of general ledger and management reporting software such as SAP, Workiva, OneStream
Knowledge of fund industry accounting and impacts to financial reporting (40 Act Funds, Private Equity)
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP with ability to apply applicable accounting guidance to new transactions or products
Demonstrated proficiency in accounting standards impacting asset management industry (including revenue recognition, leases, foreign currency, consolidation / variable interest entities, compensation arrangements, investments, and distinguishing liabilities from equity)
Detailed oriented and well organized; ability to work with various levels of management on a wide range of tasks
Proactive self-starter who can work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, tight deadline environment
Advanced technical skills with Microsoft Excel with ability to integrate and leverage AI tools
Compensation Details
The salary range for this role is $140,000-$185,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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