Controllers - Fund Accounting Public - Associate - Bengaluru

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**CONTROLLERS** Controllers ensure that the firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated, and public financial institution. Our professionals measure the profitability of, and risks associated with, every aspect of the firm's business. Controllers also ensure that the firm's activities are conducted in compliance with the regulations governing transactions in the financial markets. **OUR IMPACT** We're a team of specialists charged with managing the firm’s liquidity, capital, and risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firm’s counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firm’s success. The business is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail. **BUSINESS UNIT** The Controllers group is responsible for safeguarding the firm's assets: to help maintain the integrity of Goldman Sachs' finances and expenditures. Through careful consideration and analyses of firm finances, objectives and strategies, we ensure that the firm's businesses continue to be profitable and efficiently run. Controllers also ensure that all business practices are in compliance with financial and regulatory requirements worldwide. Since contact with virtually every part of the firm is essential to Controllers, professionals in the department experience Goldman Sachs businesses, products, and sophisticated technology systems in depth. Direct Hedge Funds, Hedge Funds Strategies, Private Equity Group teams within Controllers support the alternative investments within Goldman Sachs Asset Management division with oversight over complex private funds. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Safeguard the assets and reputation of the firm by controlling and supporting the asset management division, as well as ensuring that they are in compliance with the firm’s policies and with the rules/regulations that govern global financial markets - Review quarterly / monthly valuations and NAVs for private equity and hedge funds, review yearend financial statements and perform related activities - Support the fund launch and liquidation processes - Handle corporate, regulatory and management reporting for funds - Work closely with other divisions, including: Business Teams, Product Services, Operations, IT and Trading Divisions - Work closely with fund administrators and auditors **Basic Qualifications** Experience: 2 - 5 years - Qualified CA/Non CA with experience in the alternative investments /private funds market and process management desired - Basic knowledge of financial statements preparation & review, USGAAP, IFRS knowledge and experience in coordinating with Big 4 accounting firms during audit cycle is desirable.. - Basic industry knowledge and strong accounting knowledge. Accounting knowledge of financial products like Interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, currency options etc. is desired - Strong analytical skills and detail oriented - MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel) required **Competencies** - Able to grasp new concepts quickly and work in a team environment - Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize - Excellent interpersonal, client relationship and communication (written and verbal) skills - Self-starter, inquisitive, enthusiastic with a strong analytical mind-set, Team management experience is a definite plus **ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS** At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. : https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html © The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2026. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We Offer Best-In-Class Benefits Healthcare & Medical Insurance We offer a wide range of health and welfare programs that vary depending on office location. These generally include medical, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, accidental death, labor accident and business travel accident insurance. Holiday & Vacation Policies We offer competitive vacation policies based on employee level and office location. We promote time off from work to recharge by providing generous vacation entitlements and a minimum of three weeks expected vacation usage each year. Financial Wellness & Retirement We assist employees in saving and planning for retirement, offer financial support for higher education, and provide a number of benefits to help employees prepare for the unexpected. We offer live financial education and content on a variety of topics to address the spectrum of employees’ priorities. Health Services We offer a medical advocacy service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, and counseling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We provide Global Medical, Security and Travel Assistance and a Workplace Ergonomics Program. We also offer state-of-the-art on-site health centers in certain offices. Fitness To encourage