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Robert Half Senior Accountant in Chicago, Illinois

Description

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Senior Accountant. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.

Purpose of Role:

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting with the daily and monthly operations of the finance department.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the preparation of daily and month-end reconciliations for the futures activity between the general ledger (GL) and various external depositories and/or internal bookkeeping systems, such as, clearing organizations, carrying brokers, banks, and customer activity within the XTP bookkeeping system.

  • Responsible for the timely resolution of any differences identified on these reconciliations including the input of entries into the GL SUN and/or XTP.

  • Assist and provide back up support for client and producer FCM related interest payout computations including the set up of rates, debiting/crediting amounts in XTP, accrual of monthly amounts and responding to various inquiries regarding these items.

  • Active involvement with the monthly commission payout calculation process including the brokerage receivables calculations and collection process.

  • Prepare miscellaneous daily reports for management, including ad hoc reporting and data analysis.

  • Review existing departmental policies and procedures, and institute updates where needed.

  • Ensuring compliance with the company’s regulatory requirements under the SEC, FINRA, NFA, CFTC and other applicable exchanges.

  • Adhere to the operational risk framework for your role ensuring that all regulatory or company determined parameters are complied with.

  • Role model for demonstrating highest level standards of integrity and conduct and reflecting Company Values.

  • To ensure that you are fully aware of and adhere to internal policies that relate to you, your role or any other activities for which you have any level of responsibility.

  • To report any breaches of policy to Compliance and/ or your supervisor as required.

  • To escalate risk events immediately.

  • To provide input to risk management processes, as required.

  • Demonstrates curiosity.

  • Resilient in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to take a high level of responsibility in a fast pace and high-volume environment.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Excels at building relationships, networking and influencing others.

  • Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges, ensuring operational effectiveness.

    Requirements

Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

  • At least 3 years’ experience in accounting.

  • Experience in the Financial Service Industry.

  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Proficient with computers and applicable software.

  • Experience with PeopleSoft or similar Oracle G/L,

  • XTP back-office systems experience is a plus.

  • Expert level ability with Microsoft Excel

  • Experience writing reports, correspondence, and procedures.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Experience working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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