OUR IMPACT 
 

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. 

 

We're a team of specialists charged with managing the firm’s liquidity, capital, and risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firm’s counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firm’s success. The business is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.

 

The Controllers group is responsible for safeguarding the firm's assets: to help maintain the integrity of Goldman Sachs' finances and expenditures. Through careful consideration and analyses of firm finances, objectives and strategies, we ensure that the firm's businesses continue to be profitable and efficiently run. Controllers also ensure that all business practices are in compliance with financial and regulatory requirements worldwide. Since contact with virtually every part of the firm is essential to Controllers, professionals in the department experience Goldman Sachs businesses, products, and sophisticated technology systems in depth. Direct Hedge Funds, Hedge Funds Strategies, Private Equity Group teams within Controllers support the alternative investments within Goldman Sachs Asset Management division with oversight over complex private funds.

 

YOUR IMPACT 

As a Regulatory Reporting Associate/Vice President you will be involved in and/or have responsibility for:

Regulatory capital adequacy reporting for the Goldman Sachs entities in GermanyCalculating components of the regulatory capital position and large exposures for the German bank entity on a daily basisAddressing ad hoc requests in relation to regulatory aspectsParticipation in global regulatory project work including system developments, implementation of new products and new regulatory framework (eg. CRR3).Coordinating on the data governance and documentation requirements the bank is subject to across multiple prudential reg reporting processes and deliverables.Taking ownership and helping the team improve existing reporting processes through a combination of self-service tools and engagement with regulatory engineering teams across multiple locationsContributing to the ICAAP Framework for the Goldman Sachs entities in GermanyContributing to the Recovery and Resolution reporting for the Goldman Sachs entities in Germany

 SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Academic degree in business administration or financePreference of a minimum 6 years of professional experience in a regulatory environment, preferably in the financial industry in Germany or a SSM countryBusiness fluency in English, German language skills would be beneficialGood knowledge of European/German regulatory rulesAttention to detail and time management are essential skills for this role. In addition, the candidate should have the flexibility required to work in a dynamic environment under tight deadlinesStrong computing skills – comfortable with large data sets and automation toolsStrong communication - ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to a broad range of people across the Firm at various levels of senioritySelf-motivated and proactive - Ability to run with issues, get involved hands-on, and provide constant high-quality feedbackAbility to maintain mutual support within a high energy, high profile team