Description
My client, an investment bank in London, is looking for a credit product controller.
* P&L experience is essential.
* Product Coverage
* CDS, Index CDS & Index Options
* TRS & IRS
* Bonds & Repos
* Asset Swaps
Work closely with the Trading Desk to support the business across asset classes and perform Product Control Responsibilities such as:
- Completion of core daily tasks including P&L explain and attribution and FO/BO System reconciliation
- Being a direct point of contact for the Trading desks
- Completion of month end P&L and balance sheet close - preparation and review of reconciliations, investigation of E2A differences and posting of accounting journal entries.
- The requirement to proactively challenge the status quo of the current range of Middle Office P&L control functions and contribute to additional ad hoc projects and queries as they arise
- Production of daily reports - Distribute Daily reports to the Trading desk and Senior Management (requiring a high level of attention to detail)
- Resolve Risk and P&L issues - Work closely with MO Risk, P&L and Trade Support to resolve issues in a timely manner
Required
- Excellent organisational skills are required with the ability to prioritise daily workload whilst working accurately under pressure
- Strong communication and negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of seniority
- Logical approach to problem solving taking ownership and offering practical solutions
- Proven analytical skills including data reconciliation and interpretation
- A strong numerical mind set with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to identify and deliver process improvements
- Competence in databases, excel (macros, formulas) and outlook
- Flexibility to work outside of core hours
- Experience of Investment Banking Products from a Middle Office background
Preferred
- Numerate degree and/or accounting qualification
- Product Knowledge of the products previously mentioned.