Financial Control Analyst

About the role

Corporate Title: Analyst. Division: Finance. Location: Jacksonville. Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com. The Financial Control team sits within the Finance department in the Americas. Nomura’s Finance Control team, in the Americas, is looking for an Analyst to join the team. The candidate will focus on the monthly close process, quarterly reporting, and annual financial statements for the investment management business. We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated individual with an understanding of US GAAP reporting and a desire to work in a high volume and results‑oriented environment. Nomura Leadership Behaviors: Explore Insights & Vision; Making Strategic Decisions; Inspire Entrepreneurship in People; Elevate Organizational Capability; Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Support external audits
• Assist with preparing annual financial statements
• Analyze variances and identifying discrepancies
• Investigate and resolving accounting issues independently
• Assist with ad hoc analysis and projects

Requirements

• 1‑3 years of experience in an Accounting or Finance role, preferably in financial services or a related industry
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited college/university
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States (no visa sponsorship)

Skills

• Strong technical accounting skills
• Public accounting experience is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent analytics, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Advanced in MS Office, particularly Excel

Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus (possible)
• Restricted stock units (possible)
• Discretionary awards (possible)
• Full range of medical and financial benefits
• 401(k) eligibility
• Paid time off: vacation, sick time, parental leave

Pay

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $65,000 and $80,000 per year. Base pay may vary depending on market location, corporate and functional title, duties, job‑related knowledge, advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements as noted in the Benefits section.