Goldman Sachs | Controllers

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Get Career Ready

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 30-60 mins and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Goldman Sachs. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Hiring Now

Get Career Ready

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 30-60 mins and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to Goldman Sachs. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Why complete this job simulation

An opportunity to experience the types of tasks a Controllers analyst might perform. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your knowledge about Controllers roles and responsibilities.

Self-paced30-60 minsNo gradesNo assessmentsIntroductory

Welcome to the Goldman Sachs Controllers Analyst Job Simulation!

We aspire to be the world’s premier financial institution, united by our shared values of partnership, client service, integrity, and excellence.

During this program, you will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of an analyst in Controllers and complete tasks that are representative of tasks an analyst might perform. You’ll learn key skills in:

Financial analysis and reporting
Net Asset Valuation (NAV) calculations
Data validation and reconciliation

We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career opportunities and a potential career in the Controllers division at Goldman Sachs.

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Skills you will learn and practice:

Financial Management

Financial Analysis

System Controls

Asset Valuation

Fund Analysis

Financial Reporting

How it works

Tasks in this program

Task One: Foundations of Controllers

20-30 mins

Introductory

Learn more about Controllers by creating your personal budget for the semester.

What you'll learn

The structure and key functions of Controllers at Goldman Sachs
Key concepts, definitions and regulatory frameworks
Practical applications for financial analysts

What you'll do

Develop an understanding of what you may do as an Analyst within Controllers at Goldman Sachs
Practice applying key financial management skills to your everyday life

Reviews

Over 7800

5 Star Reviews

"I really appreciated the hands-on learning and real-world exposure. It helped me grow both technically and personally."-- Student from My institution is not listed

"Very insightful and has helped me make critical decisions both in workplace and in my possible application"-- Student from Winstanley College

"“I really enjoyed the hands-on approach to understanding the Controllers and Fund Accounting teams. The simulations allowed me to apply financial concepts like budgeting, NAV calculation, and regulatory compliance in a practical, real-world context. It gave me a clear insight into the daily responsibilities of a Controller at Goldman Sachs and how..."-- Student from Kingston University

"I was thrilled that the program helped us understand everything step-by-step and that it didn't make me feel overwhelmed. I was learning the lesson from my own past and continuing to learn as I go. I appreciate how straightforward and well-organized the lessons were, making them simple to comprehend and apply."-- Student from University of Texas at San Antonio

"I really love how it addresses a real-life problem, which helped me understand what controllers do at Goldman Sachs. Learning and solving it myself helped me grasp the concept better."-- Student from University of Delhi

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