The Finance Acctg Sr. Analyst is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and work-flow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the management and control data flows to and within Finance applications to ensure integrity and completeness of data, including by preparing and recording financial transactions for legal vehicle and regulatory reporting purposes, updating the general ledger, recording financial transactions, and preparing of consolidated financial statements, in accordance with management reporting requirements, for legal vehicle & regulatory purposes. Also, includes specialized accounting, such as equity compensation, securitization, payroll and investment accounting.
• Manages one or more processes, reports, procedures or products, and considered analytical or procedural "expert" representing a unit or team on cross-function process or project deliverables.
• Supervises day-to-day work of junior level employees.
• Take responsibility for the accurate reporting of accounting reconciliations on Citi reporting tools.
• Review and examine key controls for accounting process within the process handled.
• Resolves complex problems or transactions, where expertise is required to interpret policies, guidelines or processes.
• Partner with key stakeholders including legal entity managers, e.g. Country, Balance Sheet control group (BSCG), Global process lead (GPL) & Global process owner (GPO) across multiple locations communicating progress on assigned process completion.
• Identify and appropriately highlight / escalate potential issues relating to account with stakeholders such as Regional Balance Sheet control group / Country controllers / Global process lead (GPL) and Global process owner (GPO) and work with them for resolution.
• Applies in-depth understanding of concepts and procedures within own area and basic knowledge of other areas to resolve issues that have impact beyond own area.
• Develops and demonstrates an understanding of how assigned areas of process collectively integrate to contribute to achieving business goals.
• Directly impacts the leadership in assigned process through responsibility for delivery of end results leading to business solutions.
• Ensures essential procedures are followed and contributes to defining standards.
• Provides assurance and partners with audit team to monitor controls and accuracy of accounting.
• Persuades and influences others through strong communication and diplomacy skills
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
  

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in accounting management with commensurate stakeholder management experience
• Extensive knowledge of the new FASB Lease Accounting (ASC 842) rule. Expertise in Real Estate accounting processes and systems.
• Advanced working knowledge with Costar lease accounting system.

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

•  Provide Controllership support for Citi Realty Services (CRS) to ensure completeness, accuracy and integrity of financial results.
• Provide Global Controller support with FASB ASC 842 accounting.  This role will be one of the leaders to ensure that the new accounting rules are being carried out correctly.  They will also be involved in working to correct issues that the users in all regions are having.
• Provide Global Controller support with the new Costar system.  This role will be counted on being very involved in all the different aspects of Costar.  This role will also assist users of the system when questions arise.
• Partner with the business leads to manage & oversee all aspects of CRS’ Monthly financial and reporting processes.
• Partner with CRS’ FP&A on monthly Results analysis, support Outlook and Plan process.
• Partner with the FRSS Team to ensure monthly close activities are completed appropriately and ensure shared service resources are properly trained & providing high quality support.
• Provide leadership with Month End Closing Processes, Reporting and Consolidation activities
• Provide support on ongoing and adhoc projects including Real estate deals, legal entity financials, etc.
• Partner with various teams (CRS, Controllers, FP&A) to ensure CRS has an effective and efficient internal control structure & properly manages its financial & operational risks by conducting regular balance sheet / e-recon account reviews
• Undertake Account Ownership (AO) for Balance Sheet accounts (full keys). 

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