Staff Accountant – Emerging Markets

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Prepare and record journal entries as part of the month-end closing process.

• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of transactions across various legal entities.

• Generate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure prompt resolution of any discrepancies.

• Aid in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Contribute to the preparation of regulatory filings for the NFA, CFTC, and other governing bodies under the guidance of the Accounting Manager.

• Help oversee the regulatory reporting calendar to guarantee compliance with deadlines.

• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and collecting supporting documentation.

• Assist in maintaining documentation for internal controls, including SOX compliance.

• Collaborate with Shared Services on transactional accounting and intercompany activities.

• Provide support to Technical Accounting with documentation and analysis for complex or non-routine transactions.

• Aid in addressing inquiries from the Finance team regarding actuals, budget variances, and account activities.

• Work with business stakeholders as necessary to gather information and ensure accurate transaction capture.

• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy within recurring accounting processes.

• Assist with ad hoc projects and analyses as required to support the broader accounting team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• CPA candidate preferred; active progress toward CPA certification is a plus.

• 1–3 years of accounting experience; recent graduates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.

• Working knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting principles.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.

• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP or accounting systems is advantageous.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Willingness to learn and grow in a complex and evolving business environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/