Accountant

Responsible for maintaining the integrity and accuracy of accounting information for the Bank and Broker Dealer by applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures. Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, financial profitability analysis and other special projects as assigned. The Accountant must be consistent and diligent in regards to the maintenance of the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial records and reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and execute processes improvement initiatives and special projects (automatization and implementation of new products);

• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information;

• Participation in month end closing procedures and reconciliations;

• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, intercompany reconciliation;

• Bank reconciliation;

• Review payable invoices for accuracy. Assist in supervision of the invoices’ payment process. Perform other clerical duties associated with accounts payable;

• Process and reconcile monthly payroll journal entries;

• Investigation and resolving discrepancies;

• Prepare general ledger supporting schedules and complete the monthly close checklist;

• Assist with financial (external and internal), regulatory and tax audits;

• Participation in the Head Office reporting;

• Assist in the documentation and monitoring of internal controls, including policies and procedures;

• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential;

• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations;

• Compliance with Anti-Money Laundering and Bank Secrecy Act related principles, laws, rules and regulations, as well as related policies and procedures. This is part of the performance evaluation of all employees;

• Maintain sufficient knowledge on finance functions under the backup responsibilities of Accountants;

• Cross train assigned team members for function backup purpose;

• Other projects as assigned, ad hock requests;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting

• Big-4 experience 2-3 years

• CPA/ FINRA/MBA/ certification is a plus

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial accounting/audit

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the financial services industry (broker dealer/ bank/asset management)

• Knowledge of the financial instruments (derivatives) and banking products is preferable

• Broker dealer experience is a plus

• Regulatory Reporting experience is a plus

• Strong computer skills along with proficiency in the use of excel, SQL, MS office and major PC Applications

• Project accounting automatization management experience

• Oracle NetSuite and SAP Concur knowledge is preferable

• Finance/ Accounting automation Knowledge and skills are desirable

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines with minimum supervision

• Highly detail oriented and organized at work

• Ability to function as a team leader, be proactive

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and other stakeholders (e.g., internal and external auditors, regulator, and head office)

• Fluency in English

• Fluency in Portuguese and/or Spanish is preferable

• Natural curiosity and willingness to grow internally within the organization

• Multitasking

• Ability to work in the office 3-4 days per week