Job Abstract

This Fixed Income Product Controller will lead a team of 7 members and report to the Head of Product Control.   A Fixed Income Product Controller is responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of the fixed Income trading desks.  Desks include Fixed Income Derivatives (Rates, FX, Deal Contingent, Counterparty Portfolio Management), Interest Rate Products, Securitized Products, Credit and Municipals.  Product Controllers are responsible for the monitoring and oversight of transactions, P&L, revenue commentary and balance sheet substantiation. 

• Oversight of daily, monthly and quarterly P&L production and analysis, including P&L attribution

• Daily interaction with the Fixed Income trading desks. 

• Liaison with various areas within the firm (e.g. Operations, Technology, Middle Office and Market Risk)

• Collaborate with FP&A team on budget planning and revenue forecasting.

• Working with Operations and Finance to improve cash reconciliation controls.

• Process reengineering and working with Project Managers to improve efficiencies and streamline processes.

• Oversee Month-end General Ledger closes.

• Oversee Balance sheet substantiation.

• Ad hoc requests from the desk.

• Participation in Finance initiatives

• Work with financial control in preparation of key external reports such as disclosures

• Fixed Income Product Control and Accounting experience at a large bank

• CPA or CFA preferred, but not required

• 10+ years of product control experience

• Previous management experience

• High attention to detail

• Capable of running with projects and leading team.

• Fast learner and team player

• Strong analytic and problem solving skills

• Highly proficient in Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables)

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to clearly articulate ideas

The expected base salary ranges from $200,000 - $275,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill?, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.??

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

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