Technical Accounting Specialist

Cumberland

Cumberland

IT, Accounting & Finance
Chicago, IL, USA
Posted on Jul 25, 2024

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

The Technical Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing expertise in complex accounting matters, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and supporting the organization in financial reporting, analysis, and policy development

Responsibilities:

  • Provide guidance on complex accounting issues, including revenue recognition, leases, consolidations, and financial instruments.
  • Research and implement new accounting standards and ensure the organization’s compliance.
  • Prepare technical accounting memos and documentation to support accounting conclusions and disclosures.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.
  • Coordinate with external auditors during the audit process, addressing technical accounting issues and providing necessary documentation.
  • Develop, update, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate and enhance internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Lead and support special projects, such as system implementations, process improvements, and financial analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and deliverables.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the finance function

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA preferred
  • 3-5 years of public or corporate accounting experience in technical accounting or related roles
  • Previous experience working in trading firms, hedge funds, or other similar asset management firms preferred
  • Must have strong experience in financial statement preparation
  • Must have strong knowledge of GAAP
  • Must be detail oriented, analytical, and eager to learn and research
  • Must be able to prioritize, multi-task and be flexible to handle changing priorities
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

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