Junior Accountant

About the Bank:

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited was established through the merger of The Sumitomo Trust and Banking Co., Ltd with Chuo Mitsui Trust and Banking, Ltd. on April 1, 2012. We are the largest asset manager in Asia and number one among Japanese financial institutions by AUM, with $1,142 Billion USD in AUM. The Bank provides an assortment of financial solutions and manages a broad spectrum of financial products across its global branches.
Department Overview:

The Americas Division (“AD”) was established in the Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited, New York Branch) (“SMTBNY”) to perform corporate functions and supervise U.S. entities. Established under the AD are the “Global Banking Unit (“GBU”), Americas Division” and “Global Markets Unit (“GMU”), Americas Division” which performs business functions. The Controllers Department (“CTR”) provides financial reporting to the Branch Management, the Head Office and Regulatory Authorities. Controllers are also responsible for the reconciliation of all Nostro accounts and other positions and US tax related matters.

Your Position Overview:

The Controllers Department (“CTR”) is seeking a Junior Accountant who will be responsible for the daily Nostro and bond reconciliation, daily monitoring of G/L movement, Financial Reporting, Head Office Reporting as well as some Regulatory Reporting. The Junior Accountant will work closely with the designated reviewer who will review the accuracy and adequacy of the report.

Your Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists in month-end / term-end book closing and reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
2. Prepares accounting adjustments for ATLAS G/L.
3. Prepares reports to control/monitor ATLAS G/L movement.
4. Prepare regulatory reports in an accurate and timely manner.
5. Prepares daily Bond / Nostro reconciliation using ATLAS download and external information.
6. Prepares monthly management information on Reconciliation.
7. Collects and files Bank's Financial / Regulatory / Tax Record in an orderly manner.
8. Prepares financial & non-financial information to be used by Tax Return preparer.
9. Collects and files the Bank's tax record in orderly manner.
10. Documents report preparation procedure.
11. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by management.

Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting or a related field.
2. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
4. Excellent mathematical skills.
5. Detail orientated with the willingness to acquire working knowledge in quality control and volume processing to deliver sound financial statements.

Why you should join SuMi Trust:

SuMi Trust embraces flexible ways of working when the business and role permits. We provide employees with a hybrid working model, allowing for in-office work and work from home. Our diverse and inclusive environment along with our global presence enables us to collaborate and communicate to meet our business needs. We believe that efficient teams need truth, loyalty, and a strong sense of purpose to balance risk and their targets. We make sustainable business decisions to improve our society and the world. We believe that each person brings a unique value that drives the business though their creativity and passion.

• The Employee Benefits package includes: Paid Time Off, medical, HSA, vision, dental, FSA, 401(k), profit sharing, legal plan, cancer indemnity plan, disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, business travel accident, paid volunteer day, paid memberships, paid seminars, and tuition assistance.
• We offer many socialization opportunities for wellness, financial wellbeing, runs/walks, team building, happy hours, and activities to support the Sustainable Developmental Goals.
• Check out our LinkedIn for our employee experience: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smtbny

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SuMi Trust provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know when the Human Resources staff reaches out to you for an interview.

The anticipated salary range for this role is listed above. The specific salary offered to an employment applicant is based on the individual’s qualifications, experiences, the job responsibilities, an analysis of the current compensation paid for similar roles in the local geographic area, and key distinctions of the job as compared to current jobs in the Branch. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.