Staff Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Perform daily account reconciliations and monitor key operational and financial controls.
• Research and resolve discrepancies between the general ledger and sub-ledger systems to maintain accurate financial and regulatory reporting.
• Support daily segregation calculations for fully paid securities and assist with weekly reserve requirement computations.
• Maintain accounting processes and controls in accordance with applicable SEC and Client requirements.
• Prepare audit support documentation, accounting analyses, and technical or regulatory accounting memos for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor regulatory and accounting developments and assist with implementing updates to processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Handle day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor and account reconciliations, and revenue recognition.
• Partner with internal teams to research accounting issues, improve processes, and support ad hoc financial projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required.
• CPA or advanced degree is preferred.
• 1+ years of accounting experience within financial services, public accounting, or a similar environment.
• Experience within the securities industry or a Client-registered broker-dealer is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of broker-dealer accounting, regulatory reporting, or SEC/Client requirements is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.