Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Business Solutions, Business Support, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR), Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Policies, Financial Reporting, Financial Risk Management, Fixed Income Investments, Foreign Exchange (FX), Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government, Information Technology Consulting, International Business, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Investment Services, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Operational Support, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Control, Product Lifecycle, Product Support, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Analysis, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Stress Testing, Team Player
Job Title: Product Controller / Product Control Analyst
Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
Duration: FTE (Fulltime Employment)
Pay Range: $140,000 - $150,000
Job ID: 406476
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Product Controller with a strong Accounting and Finance background to support a global trading business. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting traded financial products and possess a deep understanding of General Ledger accounting, P&L analysis, month-end close, and financial controls.
This role is best suited for professionals who understand how trading transactions flow through the accounting lifecycle and ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with internal accounting policies and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, analyze, and validate accounting entries generated from daily trading activities.
- Ensure trading transactions are accurately recorded and posted to the General Ledger (GL).
- Perform daily and monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) analysis, attribution, and explain.
- Review and substantiate balance sheet accounts supporting trading businesses.
- Prepare and review journal entries related to traded financial products.
- Apply accounting policies to complex financial instruments while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards (US GAAP/IFRS).
- Support month-end and year-end financial close activities.
- Maintain strong accounting controls and governance over trading activities.
- Partner closely with Front Office, Risk Management, Treasury, Operations, and Financial Reporting teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes.
- Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen financial controls and reporting accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification is preferred.
- Proven experience in Product Control supporting trading businesses.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and General Ledger processes.
- Experience with journal entries, balance sheet substantiation, and month-end close.
- Hands-on experience supporting one or more traded products, including:
- Fixed Income
- Equities
- Derivatives
- Foreign Exchange (FX)
- Commodities
- Strong knowledge of financial instruments and accounting treatment.
- Experience working with accounting policies and financial control frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly preferred:
- Product Control
- Markets Finance
- Trading Finance
- Financial Control
- Investment Banking Finance
- Markets Controller
- Trading Controller
- Valuation Control (combined with Product Control responsibilities)
Candidates Who May Not Be the Right Fit
This position is not intended for professionals whose experience is primarily focused on:
- Account Reconciliations or Cash Reconciliations
- Trade Operations or Trade Support
- Settlements or Middle Office functions
- CCAR, Stress Testing, or Regulatory Reporting
- Financial Reporting without Product Control responsibilities
- Operations-focused finance roles without exposure to traded products
We are specifically seeking candidates with strong Product Control expertise who understand the accounting lifecycle of trading products and can ensure accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls, and compliance with accounting standards.
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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