SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges. In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd. The anticipated salary range for this role is between $130,000.00 and $170,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees. **Role Description** The Vice President of Finance Control Oversight (FCO) will play a key role in supporting the execution of operational risk management activities across the Americas Division Finance functions. This includes oversight of the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program for both financial and regulatory reporting at the Bank Holding Company (BHC) and SMBC New York Branch, as well as leading and supporting Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) testing and documentation efforts. The position is located at 200 Hudson Street, Jersey City, or 1 North Lexington Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601. The position may require some travel domestically between offices, including 277 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10172, but it is expected to be minimal (less than 10%). **Responsibilities** + Support the design, enhancement, and execution of the RCSA program across the Americas Division + Analyze and document existing, or new, processes and controls, and identify opportunities for improvement in the RCSA process. + Support the bank-wide coordination of the (RCSA) and Key Reporting Indicator (KRI) process in close collaboration with front line units to validate consistency with sound risk management standards, internal policy, and procedures. + Collaborate with Finance cross-functional teams to facilitate the execution control testing for RCSAs. + Facilitate risk workshops, walkthroughs, and interviews with business units to validate risk assessments. + Ensure alignment with regulatory expectations (e.g., OCC, FRB, Basel III/IV) and internal policies. + Maintain and enhance documentation to ensure auditability and transparency of the RCSA process. + Prepare and present risk reports and dashboards to senior management and governance committees. **Qualifications and Skills** + Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or related field; CPA or CIA preferred. + 7+ years of experience in financial services, with a focus on internal controls, operational risk, or audit. + Strong understanding of ICFR, SOX, and RCSA frameworks. + Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and financial governance standards. + Experience with control testing methodologies and risk assessment tools. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow) is a plus. + Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. + Excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint. **Additional Requirements** SMBC’s employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required. SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.