Product Controller (Fixed Income)

TL;DR

Product Controller (Fixed Income): Monitoring trading activities and preparing financial reports for fixed income products with an accent on P&L analysis and price verification. Focus on ensuring regulatory compliance, automating workflows, and performing independent price verification for complex financial instruments.

Location: Minato-Ku, Tokyo, Japan

Company

A leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm founded in 1869.

What you will do

• Monitor trading activities to ensure the business is supported in a controlled manner.
• Prepare daily P&L and conduct comprehensive financial analysis for the firm.
• Perform independent price verification on various financial instruments, including structured and exotic products.
• Execute month-end procedures to prepare accounts for the general ledger.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Operations, Risk, Tax, Technology, and Treasury.
• Drive innovation initiatives focusing on workflow automation and data analytics to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong interest in financial products and general market awareness.
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and integrity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform and maintain control standards under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Location: Must be based in Tokyo, Japan.

Nice to have

• Qualified accountant with prior experience in finance or audit.
• Knowledge and experience in programming and technology.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Extensive training and development opportunities for professional growth.
• Access to firmwide networks and mentorship.
• Comprehensive wellness, personal finance offerings, and mindfulness programs.