Director of Accounting

Otterbrook; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Equity

Collaborative office environment

Catered meals

Team events

Job summary

A growing fintech brokerage in New York is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead their finance team. This hands-on role requires strong expertise in US GAAP and broker-dealer accounting, with responsibilities including month-end close processes and regulatory compliance. Join a fast-paced environment that values collaboration and innovation, offering a competitive salary along with equity and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with public and private accounting.
• Familiarity with financial regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the month-end close process.
• Ensure accurate P&L and balance sheet records.
• Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

US GAAP understanding

Accounting leadership

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle Cloud

NetSuite

Job description

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Partner & Co-Founder @ Otterbrook | Fintech and Financial Services Recruitment

Director of Accounting – Fintech Brokerage

Onsite | Downtown Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Competitive Base Salary + Equity + Benefits

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing fintech brokerage platform serving millions of users globally. Built on modern infrastructure, the company delivers intuitive trading tools, real-time data, and low-cost access to financial markets. With a mission to democratize investing, they are expanding quickly across international markets.

About the Role

The Finance team plays a critical role in supporting the company’s business operations and performance. This Director-level role will work cross-functionally with teams including compliance, operations, and technology. It’s a hands-on, high-impact opportunity suited for an experienced accounting leader with fintech or broker-dealer exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the month-end close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
• Prepare regulatory reserve calculations (e.g., customer reserve under 15c3-3, if applicable)
• Ensure accurate P&L and balance sheet records in coordination with operations and other departments
• Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness (SOX compliance experience a plus)
• Coordinate external audits and assist in the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Collaborate with external advisors for tax and regulatory filings
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
• Serve as a liaison with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (mix of public and private preferred)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and broker-dealer accounting principles
• Experience with omnibus or self-clearing broker-dealer structures preferred
• Familiarity with financial regulatory requirements (e.g., Rule 15c3-3)
• Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems (e.g., Oracle Cloud, NetSuite)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Series 3 or Series 27 license
• Experience with commodities or futures accounting
• Public company or SOX compliance experience

Why Join

• Strategic role with visibility to senior leadership
• Join a high-growth fintech firm shaping the future of investing
• Competitive pay, equity, and benefits
• Vibrant, collaborative office environment with perks like catered meals and team events

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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