Jobs · Finance · Illinois

Controller - Capital Markets & Brokerage

U.S. Bank · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Finance$144k–$169k/yrFull-time

Key Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for both broker-dealers. Oversee preparation and review of GAAP financial statements and related disclosures. Manage internal and external audits. Ensure accurate accounting for trading, underwriting, securities financing, advisory, and commission-based activities. Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting governance. Provide accounting leadership for new products, business growth initiatives, and acquisitions. Lead and develop accounting professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Significant broker-dealer accounting and financial reporting experience
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial instruments, and broker-dealer operations
  • Experience managing PCAOB audits and audited financial statements
  • Working knowledge of SEC Rule 17a-5, SEC Rule 15c3-1, and SEC Rule 15c3-3

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting both introducing and self-clearing broker-dealers
  • Background in fixed income trading, underwriting, repo/reverse repo, or securities financing activities
  • Acquisition and integration experience
  • Exposure to equity trading, equity underwriting, or prime brokerage businesses
  • CPA preferred
  • FINRA License Series 27

Location Requirements

This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

Benefits

  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Basic term and optional term life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Pregnancy disability and parental leave
  • 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
  • Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
  • Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
  • Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Pay Range

$143,905.00 - $169,300.00

Similar jobs

Controller (Finance)

Presbyterian Villages of MichiganSouthfield, MI· 4 mo ago
Accountingapply on careers-pvm.icims.com