Assistant Manager – Central Services (USA)

About the role

As an Assistant Manager – Central Services you will support the New York branch in managing property, premises and financial operations. The role combines facilities administration, accounts payable and risk oversight to ensure smooth, compliant branch functioning.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in day‑to‑day PSAP processes and manage accounts payable, reconciliations and expense handling for NOSTRO and suspense accounts.
• Monitor downstream HUB processing, resolve payment breaks and maintain TLM account quality.
• Administer access to JP Morgan, Bank of Montreal and Federal Reserve accounts and ensure compliance with NFR frameworks.
• Support health‑and‑safety requirements, organise building security risk assessments and oversee mailroom operations.
• Manage landlord relationships, lease payments and contractor performance across property, procurement and outsourcing activities.
• Coordinate third‑party risk management (TPRM) and vendor arrangements.
• Supervise MIS reporting and drive process and cost efficiencies.

Required profile

• Experience in accounts payable, property or facilities management within a banking environment.
• Strong understanding of banking controls, risk assessment and compliance standards.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize issues and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

Required skills

• PSAP systems
• MIS reporting
• Third‑party risk management (TPRM)
• Account reconciliation