Financial Planning & Analysis - AVP
Mizuho · New York, United States · 6d ago
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled AVP to support Banking FP&A to play a key role in Financial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting and Management Reporting for the Bank’s US Operations in the Investment and Corporate Banking (Banking) LOB. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to collaborate across multiple business partners and other teams in Finance and align with both local and head office (Japan) data and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate should have experience in the banking industry, with exposure to multi- entity reporting structure, data hierarchies and should be proficient in working and extracting information from multiple Database systems. This role requires both business and technical expertise, a meticulous approach to data accuracy, and the ability to look for opportunities to enhance or transform current processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare presentations and reports to senior management on a weekly/monthly/annual basis, including financial analytics, business revenues and cost drivers and ad hoc reviews
- Maintain data reporting standards and integrity for Banking LOB as per HO (Japan) requirements
- Develop detailed budget vs actual variance reports to drive high quality decision-making and closely monitor Banking LOB performance
- Enhance reporting and budgeting process with a focus on streamlining financial data production while attending to HO (Japan) requests
- Liaise with counterparts across Finance, back office and front office to identify and support trends in Banking LOB revenues, expenses, assets and KPIs.
- Maintain reporting hierarchies and mappings to ensure data integrity across various systems for Banking LOB
- Monitor and support monthly allocation and inter entity/company reconciliations
- Assist in planning and execution of various cross-functional projects like revenue forecasting and expense productivity initiatives
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting or business relevant majors (CPA/CFA preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in financial/bank services industry with 2+ years of specific roles in business planning, budgeting and financial analysis required
- Proficiency in Excel and PPT and ERP tools such as Hyperion, Anaplan, PeopleSoft and OneStream
- Ability to articulate thoughts and communicate in a clear and concise manner, across all levels in the organization
- Capacity to multi-task and deal with shifting priorities, while always maintaining focus on delivering timely information to management or other key stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of Banking products and their revenue/ expense relationship
- Excellent understanding of Organization Hierarchy and Income Statement structures in multiple dimensions: Business line, Entities, Cost Centers etc.
- Excellent problem-solving and communications skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with US GAAP and/or IFRS
- Knowledge of Business and General Ledger concepts (profit/cost center, trade books, revenues and expenses, inter-entity transfers) at an investment bank or a financial services company
The expected base salary ranges from $93,000 - $150,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including Medical, Dental and 401K plans, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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