Financial Accounting Associate

Mizuho Americas Finance – U.S. Financial Accounting Team

The team is responsible for legal entity controllership of multiple entities, including the U.S. holding company, a banking subsidiary and a leasing subsidiary. Deliverables for the team include, but not limited to, audited financial statements, statutory reports, head-office reports and management reports.

Summary

The position supports management and team members in the preparation and presentation of financial reports and other reports, system automation, workflow enhancements and other ad-hoc projects. It requires basic knowledge of and experience in financial reporting, as well as understanding of the financial industry.

Core Responsibilities:

· Prepare journal entries and assigned reports accurately and timely in accordance with US GAAP

· Support the maintenance of strong internal controls within the team to ensure sound practices and meet the expectations of management, internal/external auditors and examiners

· Engage in ad-hoc projects within the finance area

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial reporting requirements and provide solutions to changes in requirements and other related matters

· Address other relevant issues that may arise on an ad-hoc basis

Qualifications:

· Eligible to work in the US

· Bachelor’s degree

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

· At least 3 years of experience in financial reporting or related areas

· Strong ability to handle multiple tasks

· Experience in the financial industry is preferred

· Professional certification such as CPA is preferred

The expected base salary ranges from $92,000 - $100,000. 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.

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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