Markets Business Unit Controller, VP

Role Summary The Markets Business Unit Controller is responsible for partnering with the Markets business, and other corporate functions, to ensure that the business’s global activity is appropriately reflected in State Street’s financials. Included within this responsibility is a significant focus on implementing new products and systems, cross functionally partnering with teams across the globe to ensure the successful achievement of Markets strategic priorities in a timely manner with the appropriate reporting, control and governance structure. The primary product offerings of the Markets business, and focus of the Markets Business Unit Controller, involve FX Trading and Securities Lending. Who we are looking for We are seeking a Vice President to serve as Business Unit Controller for Markets, with responsibility for accounting oversight, financial control, and strategic partnership across complex specialized trading structures. This role requires a seasoned controllership leader with the ability to balance technical accounting rigor, business partnership, and enterprise governance, while operating in a highly regulated, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong executive presence, the ability to influence across Finance, the business and other functions, and have experience leading teams through change and transformation. Why this role is important to us This role is critical to safeguarding the quality and integrity of the Company’s financial and regulatory reporting while enabling business growth and strategic initiatives across Markets. The Vice President will help reinforce a strong control culture, support new products and legal entity activity, and serve as a key Finance representative in governance and risk forums. Key Responsibilities Financial & Legal Entity Controllership Provide end-to-end controllership oversight for Markets activities, including responsibility for the integrity of business unit financial results. Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and internal governance standards. Coordinate closely with Global Accounting Operations, Close and Consolidation teams to ensure an efficient, appropriately designed and well-controlled daily operating and close process. On an ongoing basis ensure that the appropriate metrics for identifying potential issues are established, monitored and proactively addressed if indications of potential gaps. Business Partnership & Strategic Support Serve as a trusted Finance partner to Markets leadership on new initiatives, product launches, and strategic transactions – ensuring appropriate up front design and implementation for capturing activity in the financials. Provide accounting guidance on complex activities, including FX trading and securities lending and associated derivative structures, along with partnering in evaluating the capital impact of Markets activity. Support budgeting, strategic planning, and forecast activities in partnership with FP&A and business stakeholders. Proactively engage with the business and other functions to identify potential gaps and lead efforts to strengthen, as necessary, those identified areas. Controls, Governance & Regulatory Engagement Maintain a robust internal control environment and oversee remediation of findings. Own accountability for internal and external audit engagement and remediation. Ensure timely and accurate regulatory and statutory reporting. Serve as Finance representative on governance committees. Lead SOX certifications, representation letters, and related attestations. Transformation, Offshore & Systems Partnering Lead controllership transformation initiatives impacting Markets. Partner with Global Finance Center activities, ensuring strong governance and controls. Proactively engage on Finance systems and change initiatives affecting accounting and reporting. People Leadership & Talent Management Lead, coach, and develop controllership teams. Drive succession planning, performance management, and employee development. Promote a culture of accountability, risk awareness, and continuous improvement. Education & Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting or Finance strongly preferred. CPA or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred. 10-15 years of progressive experience in Controllership or Finance within a regulated financial institution. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial controls. Experience supporting Markets activity and accounting for Markets products. Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leaders and global stakeholders. Salary Range $110,000 - $188,750 Annual Benefits Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans. For a full overview, visit Equal Opportunity Employer Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Job Application Disclosure It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Job ID: R-789655 #J-18808-Ljbffr State Street