Head of Finance New York

SEB • New York, NY

4d • $130,000 - $200,000

About The Position

We are seeking a new Head of Finance to join SEB’s New York branch. As our next Head of Finance you will also be the CFO of SEB Securities Inc, our broker-dealer. If you can combine an in-depth understanding of financial reporting with a “self-starter” attitude and are eager work closely with local business managers and remote teams we offer a stimulating environment with opportunities to hone existing skills and acquire new ones.
In this role you will assume responsibility of overseeing the financial reporting and budgeting processes for the Bank’s operations in the United States. As a member of the New York Management Team, you will report directly to the local Chief Operating Officer (COO) and indirectly to the US Country Manager. You will be the main contact between Head Office and the New York Branch for any Finance related matters. Working closely with central functions responsible for delivering Group-wide financial figures, you will provide timely insights and up-to-date financial information to local management. This collaborative effort extends to both the SEB Branch in New York, which oversees Corporate Banking activities, and the Broker-Dealer division – SEB Securities Inc.
At the function’s core you will be tasked with preparation of reports to the US and Swedish regulatory authorities, and financial forecasts. You’ll contribute valuable insights to various Head Office reports and interact with regulatory examiners and internal and external auditors. Ensuring robust internal controls is paramount; you’ll be the guardian of accuracy, investigating any unusual balances and meticulously maintaining our accounting systems and general ledgers. Occasionally you will assist in implementing appropriate accounting practices and techniques relating to products.
North America and the US in particular, with high growth levels and an incentivized investment environment, have increasingly become one of the most important markets for many of SEB corporate clients. At SEB New York we are approximately 45 employees, delivering strong product offerings across the following business areas: Corporate Banking, Financial Institution Coverage, FICC, Equities and Investment Banking. Additionally, SEB New York is the key hub for the bank’s USD financing via the local Treasury funding team.

Requirements

• Have a relevant university degree and at least 5 years' work experience in accounting and/or financial reporting.
• Have good time management skills and an analytical mind-set
• Hold a series 27 FINRA license
• Enjoy working across all parts of the Finance function including accounting, tax, budgeting and follow up
• Is skilled in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software (i.e. Word and Excel).
• Can build internal relations with the stakeholders on location as well as the ones in the Head Office and within Group functions.
• Possesses good business acumen combined with a developed risk mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with accounting systems and SQL is desired.
• Have previous experience from working at a foreign bank branch and/or broker dealer

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the financial reporting and budgeting processes for the Bank’s operations in the United States.
• Preparation of reports to the US and Swedish regulatory authorities, and financial forecasts.
• Contribute valuable insights to various Head Office reports and interact with regulatory examiners and internal and external auditors.
• Ensuring robust internal controls
• Investigating any unusual balances and meticulously maintaining our accounting systems and general ledgers.
• Assist in implementing appropriate accounting practices and techniques relating to products.

Benefits

• A unique opportunity to work closely together with a broad range of stakeholders from across business areas and support functions
• A friendly, inclusive and welcoming environment
• Training and professional development covering both a wide set of Group financial processes and US regulatory standards
• An international working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level