Sr Accountant

Job Description:

Building trusted markets — powered by our people.

At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.

We’re building inclusive ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we’ve earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. Our Associate Resource Groups champion diversity, equity and inclusion, giving employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.

Sound like the place for you? Join us!

The Finance team is hiring for an Senior Accountant.

The Senior Accountant role executes and supports the operational and financial accounting processes of the global business in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. In this role you will own a variety of accounting processes associated with our international entities, oversight of external financial service providers, and a key role in internal control evaluation and implementation. Candidates should possess the ability to research, interpret, and document accounting guidance (i.e. US GAAP, IFRS) and practically apply methodology in the context of our business. This role requires excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

Your responsibilities will be:

• Review and analyze accounting transactions to ensure accurate and timely recognition in compliance with US GAAP and applicable IFRS guidance.
• Perform month-end processes which may include creating journal entries, account reconciliations, and ad-hoc analysis for senior management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, at all levels of the organization, to define and implement accounting processes to support the global business.
• Support the global SOX controls program by liaising with internal stakeholders such as internal audit, risk management, and business partners, as well as external auditors.
• Assist in the implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of internal controls. Participate in communication of internal control matters to Cboe stakeholders, internal audit, and external audit.
• Perform process walkthroughs, document process and control narratives, and complete control memorandums as needed.
• Prepare various financial, regulatory, and compliance reports. Prepare and provide support for internal and external audits.
• Provide operational oversight to our international, outsourced accounting service providers where Cboe does not have an onsite accounting presence. Key initiatives are to ensure timely, accurate, complete results conducted in accordance with Cboe policy and internal control frameworks. Strict adherence to local regulatory requirements (tax filings, audits, etc.) is imperative.
• Research historical financial data to support internal and external inquiries. Will serve as an accounting liaison with external auditors in relation to statutory audits.
• Manage various projects as needed with the ability to manage vertically and across functions within the organization.
• Author process narratives or accounting memorandums as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

The ideal candidate has:

• Minimum of 2+ years of public accounting experience or 3 years of relevant accounting, internal audit, or internal controls experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and international financial accounting standards (IFRS)
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel & Word
• Excellent written and verbal skills - ability to demonstrate concepts in both memorandums and business forum settings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to work independently or within a team and communicate with all levels of the organization

You’ll really stand out with:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field
• CPA license
• Experience with Workday accounting software, IBM Cognos TM1, or Workiva
• Experience communicating financial/accounting related items directly to internal and/or external stakeholders and answering related inquiries
• Direct, hands-on impact in process automations and/or deploying AI

Why Join Cboe?

At Cboe, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where each team member is empowered to make an impact. We prioritize professional growth and diversity, encouraging our people to pursue ideas, challenge the status quo, and build their futures alongside Cboe’s global mission. We are committed to providing the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to advance your career in financial design.

If you’re excited about contributing to the next generation of financial platforms, let’s shape the future together.

Benefits and Perks

We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
• Flexible, hybrid work environment, where you choose where and how you work
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
• Employee referral bonus program
• Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities

Some of our employees’ favorite benefits and perks include:

• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
• Generous charitable giving company match
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
• On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

More About Cboe Global Markets

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate the diversity in our communities, inside and out, and welcome new perspectives with equity, inclusion and belonging.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn .

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)

At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $89,250-$115,500, with actual compensation determined by job‑related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location.

This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.

Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE .​

Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.