Staff Accountant

Maintain Financial Records

Maintain Financial Records: Prepare and record journal entries and perform general ledger reconciliations. You will ensure all work meets internal standards and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.

Coordinate Audits

Coordinate Audits: Work directly with internal and external auditors. You will organize documentation and provide the support necessary to complete audited financial statements.

Support the Close

• Help the team meet monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines to ensure financial statements are issued on time.

Lead Special Audits

Lead Special Audits: Take ownership of audits for our non-profit entities and ensure all required government filings are submitted correctly.

Analyze Performance

• Partner with stakeholders across the business to review financial trends and variances.
• Support process improvements, new business ventures, and foreign entity audits.

Aid the Team

• Provide hands-on support for various accounting projects and ad-hoc requests as they arise.

Qualifications

• Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a similar level of practical accounting experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office products.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Adaptability: The ability to communicate clearly and adjust to changing priorities in a professional environment.

Pay and Benefits

CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $57,600-$96,000. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant).

Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.