VP, Controllership - CIB

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what's possible. This is more than a strategic shift. It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

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The Difference You Make:
The VP, Controllership - Corporate & Investment Banking manages and monitors large projects and/or accounting processes within the accounting function. The incumbent provides subject matter expertise to leaders and business lines by providing guidance, interpretation, and communicating impact to business lines/accounting team.

• Manages and monitors any large project or process implementation within the accounting function.

• Provide monthly close reporting support and perform analysis to report to management.

• Directs and guides accounting teams by reviewing financial information, reporting, and disclosures.

• Ensures compliance and regulatory standards are met within the department.

• Researches and analyzes new products, systems, and/or best practices within the accounting function; with an emphasis on Loan Portfolio Product Control.

• Lead initiatives for automation and IT transformation across the Controllership function.

• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Monitors and communicates accounting developments to the organization's operations, financials, and regulatory reporting to management.

• Collaborates cross-functionally with all lines of businesses to facilitate and lead timely implementation and standardization of any new accounting requirements made to the existing accounting policies and procedures.

• Collaborates with other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives.

• Advises senior management on the best practices needed to meet defined goals and objectives.

• Manages projects and initiatives as requested by senior management.

• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Improves existing processes and practices within the Accounting department.

• Represents the organization as a primary resource and subject matter expert for specific accounting projects, initiatives, and updates.

• Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to junior professionals as needed.

What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Required

• Master's Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Preferred

Qualifications:

• 6+ Years Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or similar field within the Banking or Financial Services Industry - Required.

• Advanced accounting practices and procedures, including US GAAP/IFRS and regulatory reporting standards.

• Ability to lead, influence and direct peers, subordinates and management.

• Ability to make effective decision making on complex matters.

• Ability to convey a sense of urgency and drive.

• Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines.

• Ability to handle conflict resolution with other groups (e.g. business units) outside of Corporate Accounting to ensure appropriate accounting guidance is followed.

• Ability to adjust to new developments/changing circumstances.

• Ability to interact with senior level management; experience interfacing with multiple levels of the organizational structure.

• Ability to maintain and report on confidential information in an appropriate manner.

• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and customer service skills required.

• Strong attention to details with an ability to analyze information quickly.

• Self-directed, self-motivated and demonstrated experience providing ideas and solutions to further business understanding.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.

• Results oriented; ability to work efficiently and meet strict reporting deadlines.

Certifications:

• CPA: (Certified Public Accountant) - Preferred.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

Work Authorization & Sponsorship:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United…