Senior Accountant

TMX Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TMX Group in New York is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage complex accounting activities, ensure accuracy of financial records, and provide comprehensive reporting across the US region.

You will own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations, support external audits, and partner with Sales, Ops, and HR on budgeting and process improvements. Hybrid work in NYC; salary range $100k–$120k USD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive full‑cycle accounting experience with US GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, dynamic modeling).
• CPA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Hands-on Workday ERP experience.
• Familiarity with IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Financial Engine (Financial Reporting & General Ledger).
• Own the Close: end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Manage complex journal entries, accruals, allocations, fixed assets and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and comprehensive financial statements for leadership.
• Lead external audits and manage workpapers for SOX controls.
• Partner with business units on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workday ERP

IFRS familiarity

Job description

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we’re powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team. Ready to be part of the action?

Reporting to the Controller U.S. Region, the Senior Accountant is a highly experienced, critical member of the Finance team, responsible for managing complex accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial records, and providing comprehensive financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the Financial Engine (Financial Reporting & General Ledger)
• Own the Close: Drive the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with a focus on speed, accuracy, and operational excellence.
• Complex Ledger Management: Prepare, review, and post high-level journal entries, including complex accruals, revenue allocations, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.
• Financial Integrity: Conduct detailed balance sheet reconciliations and compile comprehensive financial statement packages (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) for executive review.
• Solve Complex Challenges (Technical Accounting & Compliance)
• Technical Research: Dive into complex, non-routine accounting matters (e.g., ASC 606 revenue recognition, ASC 842 lease accounting) and author clear, actionable technical memos.
• Audit Ownership: Serve as a lead contact for external auditors, steering annual audit preparations, managing workpapers, and ensuring seamless compliance.
• Strengthen Controls: Evaluate, refine, and maintain robust internal controls (SOX framework) to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risk.
• Partner & Innovate (Financial Analysis & Process Improvement)
• Insightful Analytics: Conduct deep-dive variance analyses (Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast), translating complex financial data into compelling stories and strategic recommendations for leadership.
• Budgeting & Planning: Collaborate closely with the Finance Business Partner team and Controller to shape annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Automation & Process Modernization: Identify operational bottlenecks and lead initiatives to streamline accounting workflows using modern tech tools and automation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the strategic financial partner for key business departments, including Sales, Operations, and HR.

What You Bring

• Must-Haves: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Must-Haves: Experience: 3 to 5 years of progressive, full-cycle accounting experience with a deep understanding of US GAAP.
• Must-Haves: Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets (pivot tables, index/match, advanced formulas, dynamic modeling).
• Must-Haves: Problem-Solving Mindset: Exceptional analytical ability with a track record of untangling complex accounting scenarios.
• Nice-to-Haves / Standout Qualifications: Active CPA or CMA designation (or actively working toward one).
• Nice-to-Haves / Standout Qualifications: Hands‑on experience with Workday ERP or similar enterprise systems.
• Nice-to-Haves / Standout Qualifications: Familiarity with IFRS standards.
• Nice-to-Haves / Standout Qualifications: Strong cross‑functional communication skills with a talent for explaining financial concepts to non‑finance partners.
• Nice-to-Haves / Standout Qualifications: A proactive, self‑starter mentality built for fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• This role is hybrid (3 days in the office/week) - based in New York City, NY.
• Salary Range: $100K/year - $120,000K/year USD
• Please note that the Salary Range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
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Our Culture

• Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.
• Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.
• Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission‑critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee‑led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.
• Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger we. Plus, with a cloud‑first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time‑off and leaves, we support a life well lived!
• Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action‑takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ?

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.

Our Culture (repeated)

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team. Ready to be part of the action?

TMX Group operates global markets, and builds digital communities and analytic solutions that facilitate the funding, growth and success of businesses, traders and investors. TMX Group's key operations include Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange, TSX Alpha Exchange, The Canadian Depository for Securities, Montréal Exchange, Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation Trayport and VettaFi, which provide listing markets, trading markets, clearing facilities, depository services, technology solutions, data products and other services to the global financial community. TMX Group is headquartered in Toronto and operates offices across North America (Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver and New York), as well as in key international markets including London, Singapore and Vienna. For more information about TMX Group, visit www.tmx.com.

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