Financial Operations Associate: P&L & Reconciliation

Selby Jennings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading firm in Chicago is looking for a Financial Operations Associate to enhance their P&L reconciliation processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in trade operations or reconciliation. This role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and requires strong analytical and communication skills. Offering a full-time commitment, this position seeks individuals motivated to drive financial operations forward.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in trade operations, reconciliation, and/or accounting preferred.
• Deep asset class knowledge including lifecycle events for securities like Equities, Futures, and Options.
• Controls-oriented mindset focusing on reducing firm risk.

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile firm P&L and its components daily and monthly.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in reconciliations.
• Liaise with external parties as necessary for operations.

Skills

Trade operations

Reconciliation

Accounting

Project management

Business analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

A leading global trading firm in Chicago is looking for a Financial Operations Associate to enhance their P&L reconciliation processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience in trade operations or reconciliation. This role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and requires strong analytical and communication skills. Offering a full-time commitment, this position seeks individuals motivated to drive financial operations forward.