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JPMorgan Chase's Firmwide Controllers is a global organization of approximately 3000 colleagues, operating through a partnership among Accounting Policy & SEC Reporting, Bank Controller, Corporate Controllers Business Management, Finance Control Office, Firmwide Finance Business Architecture, Firmwide Financial Accounting & Reporting, Corporate Sector Controllers, Global Finance India, Strategic Reengineering Function and Valuation Control Group.  Working together, our strengths and resources enable us to ensure the integrity of the JPMorgan Chase consolidated books and records and the results of individual legal entities within the Firm. The controllership function is focused on ensuring and improving the organization's credibility through accounting, financial controls, systems and reporting.


The Financial Control function is primarily focused on ensuring the accuracy, integrity and timeliness of the firm’s books and records, with an emphasis on general ledger, operating systems and infrastructure controls across the entire lifecycle of the business. Some of the most common functions and activities that are owned by Financial Controllers are balance sheet reconciliation / certification, balance sheet substantiation and GLRS reporting & governance, inter-entity control & governance, manual accounting / bookings to the GL and operating systems and the month end close process & coordination.


Corporate Sector Controllers (CSC) function is part of the Firmwide Financial Controllers organization and is responsible for financial and operational accounting activities, internal controls and financial reporting for Corporate Functions (excluding Treasury, CIO and Private Equity), as well as centrally managed Firmwide accounting activities. Primary focus areas are accounting and operational support services for Global Real Estate, Human Resources, Global Technology, Legal and Corporate Responsibility. Additional operational responsibilities include Legal Entity Controllership, Regulatory Reporting, Controls, Real Estate Construction Accounting and Telecommunications (Data & Voice) Invoice & Contract Management. Some of the most common functions and activities that are owned by Financial Controllers are balance sheet reconciliation / certification, balance sheet substantiation and GLRS reporting & governance, inter-entity control & governance, manual accounting / bookings to the GL and operating systems and the month end close process & coordination.


Primary Responsibilities


  • Prepare and post General Ledger entries to the relevant General Ledger system(s) including but not limited to Compensation & Employee Benefits, Monthly Accruals/Prepaid, Invoice Allocations and other manual journal entries.
  • Daily Bank reconciliations, Monthly Balance sheet review, Monthly & Quarterly General ledger attestation, 
  • Perform Daily/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual Reporting, Variance analysis including any Regulatory requirements, Compliance with relevant laws and regulations,
  • Detailed process understanding and documentation of all activities,
  • Provide support to the Service Recipient and participate in projects, Interact with key stakeholders - Functional teams, Legal Entity Controllers, Tax, Internal/external audit groups.
  • Ensure the accuracy and validity of line of business general ledger accounts, including adherence to the firmwide General Ledger Reconciliation & Substantiation (GLRS) standards
  • Ensure adherence to P&L and Balance Sheet controls owned by Financial Control, including identifying and implementing opportunities for efficiency
  • Analyze, communicate, and resolve material variances between the general ledger and upstream systems, as defined by line of business

Candidate Requirements


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in tax, accounting, finance or preferably Chartered Accountant.
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience required in GL accounting/finance-related areas, with demonstrated career progression
  • Thorough knowledge of Core Accounting procedures and principles is a must
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Creative self-starter with strong initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently as well as contribute to the broader team globally
  • Ability to multi-task and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 
  • Experience preferred with automated financial systems, database management, worksheet-modeling tools (Excel)
  • Strong analytical and financial skills, structured mindset with process/continuous improvement orientation  

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.



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