Senior Financial Analyst

Search Consultant, Accounting and Finance Financial Operations Associate Chicago, IL A leading quantitative trading and technology-driven financial firm is seeking a Financial Operations Associate to join a newly formed team responsible for building and scaling its P&L and reconciliation function. This is a high-impact role for a controls-oriented professional who enjoys solving complex problems, improving processes, and working closely with both finance and technology teams. What You’ll Do Review and reconcile daily and monthly firm-wide P&L and related components Investigate and resolve reconciliation breaks across trading and financial systems Partner with internal stakeholders to define business requirements for P&L reporting and infrastructure buildouts Liaise with external counterparties including brokers, custodians, and clearing organizations Identify process improvement opportunities and collaborate with technology teams to implement enhancements Support the ongoing development of back-office infrastructure, documentation, and controls What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field 5+ years of experience in financial operations, trade operations, reconciliation, or accounting Strong understanding of at least one major asset class (e.g., Equities, Futures, FX, Options, Swaps) Experience partnering with technology to improve operational processes Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Controls-focused mindset with comfort working through large data sets Why This Role Opportunity to help build and shape a new financial operations function High visibility and collaboration across Finance, Treasury, Tax, Technology, and Trading Competitive compensation with bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Financial Services and Banking Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Tuition assistance Child care support Disability insurance Student loan assistance #J-18808-Ljbffr