Director of Finance
LocationStamford,United States
Job @typePermanent |Contract @typeFull Time
Senior Manager
This is a general indication and doesn't always reflect day-to-day responsibilities. Check the job description for full details.
R-00275613
Job description
Our people work differently depending on their jobs and needs. From hybrid working to flexible hours , we have plenty of options that help our people to thrive.
This role is based in the United States and as such all normal working days must be carried out in the United States.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements of the role. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department and the business.
Join us as Director of Finance
Leadingthe US Financefunctionacross financial control, product control, and business partnering, ensuringaccurateand forward-lookingfinancialinsightforNatWest Markets US business
Deliveringa strong control environment and high-quality financial reporting, while providing strategic finance partnership to trading, sales, PCM, and senior leadership teams in both the US and UK
Actingas a key delegate to the CFO of NatWest Markets Securities Inc., presentingregularlyto senior stakeholdersacross the US, UK, andGroup Finance leadership
What you'll do
As Director of Finance, you'll provide strategic direction and leadership to the Financial Control, Product Control, and Business Partnering teams, building a high-performing, diverse, and resilient US Finance function. You'll establish priorities, performance metrics, and cultural expectations aligned with Group governance while shaping the financial strategy for the US Markets business. You'll serve as a senior advisor to the CFO of NatWest Markets Securities Inc., represent Finance in regulatory interactions and external audits, and champion a strong risk culture and compliance. Moreover, you'll ensure the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of the US ledger, financial statements, and regulatory reporting, lead internal and external audit engagement, prepare Board and audit committee materials, and oversee IFRS and US GAAP application and accounting advisory.
We'll look to you as well to maintain a robust control environment across reconciliations, disclosures, valuations, and intercompany activity, while leading Finance involvement in major change initiatives and driving technology stack upgrades by closely working with the US and Global Technology teams. You'll also oversee Product Control activities to ensure Trading P&L is accurate, complete, and reconciled to the ledger, including P&L attribution and Greek-based explanation processes. Have a deep understanding of Valuation and Fair Value Measurement Hierarchy leveling concepts and ensure appropriate challenges are provided to the business. Furthermore, you'll manage the relationship with Edinburgh P&L Production, ensuring accurate allocation of transaction costs, funding charges, and desk-level profitability, and collaborating across Finance teams to deliver integrated P&L and balance sheet insight.
In addition, you'll be:
Serving as the single point of contact for all finance-related matters for the front office
Leading management information, forecasting, budgeting, and forward-looking planning
Partnering with Global FP&A and US P&L teams to ensure revenue recognition accuracy
Driving engagement with Risk to ensure P&L attribution is in line with risk measurement, VAR backtestingand FRTB efforts
Delivering insight into RWA, leverage, balance sheet usage, liquidity, and profitability
Leading cost management activities and efficiency initiatives
The skills you'll need
We're looking for someone with proven leadership of multi-disciplinary finance functions in global markets or banking, supported by expertise across Financial Control, Product Control, Accounting Policy, and Business Partnering. You'll need to bring a strong understanding of Markets products, including derivatives, securities financing, FX, DCM, and rates, along with a strong understanding of P&L Greeks and risks. Deep knowledge of Valuation and Fair Value Measurement Hierarchy topics, and Stress Testing in a addition to solid knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and capital and liquidity regulatory frameworks.
You'll also need to have experience working directly with regulators, auditors, and Boards, as well as a proven track record of building and developing strong teams. To succeed in this role, you'll need to be a strategic thinker with strong influencing skills.
In addition, you'll need:
A strong control mindset and the ability to challenge constructively
A commercial mindset with forward-looking analytical capability
The ability to manage processes with a heavy reliance on internal service providers
Exceptional communication skills
To be a qualified accountant such as ACA, ACCA,CPAor an equivalent designation
The expected base annual salary range for this position is $240,000- $280,000 at the start ofemployment. Thisis not a guarantee of compensation. The exact compensation is determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on skills, experience, training licensure, certifications and location. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package also includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus; medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability insurance; employee wellness programs; retirement and savings plans with potential employer contributions; generous paid time off policy, parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
It is the policy of NatWest Markets Securities Inc. and its parent, affiliates and/or subsidiaries to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer -Disabled/Veteran - review "EEO Is The Law", "EEO is the law- Supplement" & "Pay Transparency Provision" posters here (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) .
