Accountant, Finance

Job TitleKey Areas of ResponsibilitiesPrepares information for Regulatory filingsWorks with CFO on updating policies and proceduresParticipates in testing associated with changes needed for the businessWorks with members of Head OfficeAssists in the delivery of information for the annual external audit of the broker dealer books and recordsPrepares monthly management informationPrepares initial drafts of the annual and semi-annual financial statements, including footnotesReviews accounts payable invoices to ensure proper allocation of expenses and posting into the Company's General ledgerPrepares daily and monthly reconciliations to ensure compliance with regulations and internal control policiesParticipates in the month-end close process, including preparing entries, reviewing and recording intercompany charges, reconcile general ledger accounts, and clean up balance sheet accountsReviews expense reports to ensure proper classification of expenses and adequate support for various projectsRecommends any changes in financial reporting processes, policies, and tools to improve efficiency in the company's financial operationsWorks closely with CFO to ensure that the company is compliant with all fiscal regulatory and legal requirementsProcesses payments thru HSBCnet to vendors and affiliatesParticipates in ad hoc projects at the request of the CFORequirements2-3 years of accounting experience in financial servicesExperience with SAP input and reporting is desiredExperience in working with Head Office in a different time zone desired but not mandatorySeries 99 preferred, required within 3 months of start dateSeries 27 FINOP license (within 18 months of hire) for career progressionExperience in a broker/dealer with full range of products and activities desired but not mandatoryKnowledge of US GAAP and IFRSAbility to work closely and effectively with various back office support units, particularly Operations/Middle Office/Compliance/ITFamiliarity with trade processing system and enterprise systems.Salary Range$70,000-$90,000Stay informed on CITIC CLSA Job OpportunitiesNot the right fit? You can create a job alert to receive our latest job openings that meet your interest.