Financial Controller

Lead Financial ControllerJoin some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp!At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values — caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.The Financial Controlling function is part of the Global Finance Management organization. Together, we are responsible for accounting, financial controlling, consolidation, tax and transfer-pricing.As a Lead Financial Controller, you will own the financial reporting and controlling activities for a portfolio of North American entities within our SimCorp and Axioma legal structure. You will partner with senior leadership to drive business performance, identify financial risks, and recommend actions to improve financial performance and efficiency.Reporting to the Senior Manager, Operational Finance North America, this role does not carry formal direct reports but will mentor and coordinate closely with financial controllers, including colleagues on our Manila-based shared service team, to ensure consistent, high-quality reporting across the region.Leading financial reporting in accordance with Group IFRS principles and local accounting standards (e.g., US GAAP), including reconciliation between frameworksOwning month-end close and year-end reporting, ensuring results are accurate and delivered on timePerforming analytical reviews of reported results, identifying trends and variances, and providing actionable insights to senior leadershipPerforming controlling reviews of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliationsResearching and resolving technical accounting matters, including entries for new contracts and business assetsEnsuring strong internal controls across financial processes and driving optimization and automation to reduce manual workOverseeing local tax and regulatory filings, ensuring accurate and timely submissionsCoordinating internal and external audits, including preparation of supporting documentationParticipating in finance projects and ad hoc tasks across the Global Finance Management organizationMost importantly, you can see yourself contributing and thriving in the position described above. We expect you to be good at several of the following and able to, and interested in, learning the rest:7+ years of experience in financial controlling or accountingStrong technical accounting skills, with the judgment to research and resolve complex issues independentlyExperience with revenue recognition frameworks (ASC 606 / IFRS 15) is a strong plus, particularly for those who've worked with SaaS or subscription-based contract structuresA self-starter who operates effectively at both a strategic and operational level, comfortable driving leadership-level reporting one day and detailed reconciliations the nextCPA preferredComfortable working with ERP systems and an experienced Excel user; SAP experience strongly preferred, Workday experience a plusThrives in a busy, deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detailService-minded, team-oriented, and consistently engagedThis position is based in our New York office with a hybrid work setup (two days per week in office). Quarterly and yearly financial reporting are peak times for us, and longer hours should be expected during peak reporting periods. Work-life balance is important to us, and we offer flexibility in balancing work and personal life.Attractive salary and bonus scheme are essential for any work agreement. However, in SimCorp we believe we can offer more. Therefore, in addition to the traditional benefit scheme, we provide a good work and life balance: flexible working hours and a hybrid model - working from SimCorp's office two days a week. And opportunities for professional development: there is never only one route - we offer a personal approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take. Visit our career pages to learn more about working at SimCorp.For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world's leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 4,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds.SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients.SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, without regard to race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.Please note: Only applications sent through our system will be processed.For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $113,520 - $170,280 USD. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including health care, leave, and retirement plans. Your total compensation may vary based on role, location, department and individual performance.