Description

Upskills is a global consulting firm with a particular focus on IT solutions for financial organizations and Capital Markets industry. We provide expert financial software consulting for investment banks and leading financial institutions in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Europe regions. With a strong front to back expertise of the cash, securities and derivatives markets, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of financial markets technologies.
We are seeking Product Controller mainly in charged of overseeing the financial reporting, valuation, and P&L attribution of financial products traded by the firm, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and structured products. The role requires a deep understanding of financial market products and a solid grasp of accounting principles to ensure the accuracy of the firm’s trading books and records.

Daily P&L and Valuation:

Prepare and analyze daily profit and loss (P&L) reports for trading desks.
Reconcile front-office reported P&L with back-office records and accounting systems.
Perform daily checks on valuation and booking consistency across systems.
Investigate and resolve P&L discrepancies and valuation breaks.

Product and Trade Analysis:

Develop a detailed understanding of the products traded, including structured notes, options, swaps, bonds, equities, FX, and commodities.
Monitor new product implementations and assess their financial impact.
Validate trade bookings and lifecycle events (e.g., settlements, coupons, corporate actions).

Financial Reporting and Controls:

Support monthly and quarterly financial close processes.
Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and regulatory standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP).
Collaborate with external and internal auditors during audits.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Work closely with Front Office, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to support business activities.
Act as a key contact for Front Office inquiries on P&L and balance sheet matters.
Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Control and Risk Management:

Maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting.
Identify control gaps and recommend process improvements.
Support the implementation of system enhancements and control frameworks.

Requirements

Master's or Bachelor’s Degree in Quantitative Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
CPA/CA/CFA is a plus.
3–7 years of experience in Product Control, Financial Reporting, or a similar role in investment banking, asset management, or a financial institution.
Solid experience working with securities and derivatives products (e.g., Equities, Fixed Income, FX, OTC derivatives).
Strong understanding of financial products and market dynamics.
Proficient in P&L attribution, financial valuation, and accounting for complex products.
Excellent Excel skills; experience with tools like Python, SQL, or VBA is a plus.
Familiarity with Trading systems, such as Murex, Calypso, etc...
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

OYOPO

Product Controller (Domain in Financial Markets & Securities Service)