Quantitative Analyst

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 120 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top performing commercial bank with an exclusive focus on the U.S. and Greater China markets. With a strong foundation, and enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity, East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

We are currently seeking a model development quantitative analyst within the Model Development and Analytics team. 

• Participate in all aspects of quarterly/annual SEC filings, including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, 11-K and other SEC filings) including the revamp of certain sections as assigned; Work paper/electronic compilation and tie-out; Integrating comments provided by colleagues and interacting with business leaders to ensure accurate filings; XBRL tagging of the Financial Statements and Footnotes; Managing the SEC reporting software (Workiva); Completing GAAP and SEC disclosure checklists
• Complete regulatory reporting filings such as call reports, FR Y-9LP, FR Y-9C, FR Y-6, etc. and assist in implementing solutions for process improvement.
• Maintain ongoing collaboration with other members of the accounting and other departments to obtain and review schedules for the preparation of both the internal reporting package and external filings, and ensure transactions are captured appropriately in the financial statements.
• Research accounting and disclosure-related matters and incorporate new GAAP/SEC reporting requirements into filings and recommend improvements to existing disclosures to ensure compliance and effectiveness
• Communicate with external and internal auditors regarding financial reporting matters.
• Analyze the Bank’s consolidated financial statement.
• Prepare various schedules for internal reporting requirements including the monthly Board package.
• Perform and complete ad-hoc analyses and projects as needed.
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• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; and at least 3 or more years of public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience.
• CPA license or MBA preferred
• At least 3 or more years of public accounting and/or SEC reporting experience
• Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and concepts
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; including research skills regarding current and prospective updates to regulatory reporting.
• Banking/financial institution experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent team player who can build and leverage working relationships
• Experience with PeopleSoft GL and Workiva software
• Strong verbal and written communication skill. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.