PGIM Finance, Manager of Accounting - Controllers Group (Newark, NJ / Hybrid)

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What you will do

As a Manager of Accounting, you will be part of the accounting policy and financial controls team within PGIM controllers' group, where you will be responsible for determining the accounting policies for Product / Fund launches and Strategic initiatives such as Business acquisitions.

In this role, you will have significant exposure to PGIM's investment management businesses (i.e., public, and private fixed income, mortgage loans, equities, real estate, etc.) as well as Prudential's General Account investments managed by PGIM; in addition, you will have opportunities to work on PGIM Controllers' initiatives for the insurance businesses.

In this capacity, you will require significant coordination with business unit controllers, corporate accounting policy, and the financial shared services organization.

This position is based in our office in Newark, NJ . Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely and/ from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

What you can expect

• Assist with establishing accounting policy guidelines for new products and strategic initiatives.
• Assist implementation efforts for new accounting standards.
• Liaise with Corporate Accounting Policy Group to monitor new accounting policies and evolving standards.
• Interact directly with the PGIM lines of business to understand the accounting implications of new transactions, real estate and debt fund structures, mortgage products, and fixed income products.
• Support the PGIM Finance Team on U.S. GAAP and Statutory policies including support for quarterly reporting and emerging issues, as well as resolution of technical issues as they arise.
• Responsible for various quarterly/annual close deliverables including preparing review materials for senior management.
• Develop and support internal control requirements to ensure compliance with SOX/MAR and other external accounting policies and standards.
• Lead SOX 302 & 404 processes for PGIM including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by auditors.
• Prepare and review financial statements and disclosures for appropriateness under U.S. GAAP (10-K, 10-Q and stand-alone reports)
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key functional areas including PGIM Finance, Accounting Policy, Risk, and Treasurers among others.

What you will bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or related field.
• Accounting advisory/research skills required.
• Previous experience working for Big 4 Accounting firms.
• Possesses high level verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with senior business and finance leadership teams.
• Experience with SOX controls.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables and meeting deadlines.
• The ideal candidate will be a natural leader with the ability to effectively manage multiple stakeholders, prioritize objectives, and drive significant change in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
• Strong PC skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills with ability to prioritize competing objectives, while maintaining attention to detail.

What will set you apart?

• Prior working experience in financial services industry, banking, insurance industry and/or asset management is preferred.
• M&A experience is a plus.
• CPA or MBA a plus
• Experience and desire to lead small teams is preferred.

*We know not everyone will meet 100% of the requirements, however we encourage you to apply if you think your skills are a good fit for this role.

What we offer you

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Retirement plans:

• 401(k) plan with generous company match (up to 4%)
• Company-funded pension plan

• Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional health, and career development.
• Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment, approved degrees, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.

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Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $115,000 to $145,000 Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.

We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ and its affiliates.

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