Accounting and Finance Manager

Job Position:
Accounting and Finance Manager

Job Location:

Outskirts of Chicago (Onsite) Company Overview:

A global fintech company specializing in online trading services, offering CFDs across forex, stocks, commodities, indices, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. The platform provides advanced technology, real-time analytics, and user-friendly trading tools to millions of customers worldwide.

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including ownership of the month-end close process.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and related reporting packages.
• Lead the preparation and submission of regulatory reports.
• Continuously enhance and streamline the monthly close cycle through technology and process improvements.
• Manage reconciliations between accounting platforms, operational systems, and supporting documentation, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard financial data integrity and strengthen reporting accuracy.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting and financial reporting workflows to increase efficiency and control.
• Research, evaluate, and implement new accounting policies within the existing financial framework.
• Record routine journal entries within the company’s ERP system.
• Support various ad hoc projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.

• At least 3 years of experience within the accounting, finance, or treasury function of a regulated financial services firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience working with enterprise-level accounting systems (experience with a leading cloud-based ERP platform is an advantage).
• Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data strategically rather than simply produce reports.
• Prior experience within a regulated brokerage, derivatives, or financial trading environment is essential.
• Background in a top-tier public accounting firm is considered an asset.
• Solid foundation in accounting principles
• Process optimization and continuous improvement