Staff Accountant

What you will do:

As a contributing member of the Accounting department reporting to our Director, Accounting, you will be responsible for the daily operations of accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Prepare month end and year end journal entries and subledger transactions. Requires a self-starter, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, multitask and prioritize responsibilities and demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to make smart business decisions using a good sense of judgment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

• Process, reconcile and allocate invoices based on expenditure type utilizing chart of accounts, department, and project codes to properly book to general ledger.

• Knowledge of fixed assets, capitalization, and prepaid qualifications to properly account for expenses.

• Responsible for working with other internal departments to continuously strive to expedite payment life cycle process, from purchase order creation to payment execution.

• Liaise with internal and external clients in a timely manner.

• Review aging reports on a regular basis; research and resolve open balances.

• Assist in the coordination of the monthly close of the general ledger system and perform account reconciliations for certain asset and liability accounts.

• Perform weekly financial transactions including verifying, classifying, posting, and recording accounts receivable data.

• Prepare invoices for monthly distribution.

• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.

• Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues.

• Monitor and manage Options Disclosure document order process.

• Continuously monitor and improve procedures and job aids associated with A/R and A/P functions.

• Assist in preparation of annual financial statements and footnotes.

• Back-up to other Accounting department roles, as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

• [Required] Detail oriented and well organized.

• [Required] Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment.

• [Required] Must be able to communicate efficiently and effectively.

• [Required] Ability to utilize writing skills to communicate with outside vendors and customers in a professional manner.

• [Required] Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of an accounting department.

• [Required] Demonstrate passion and perseverance toward completion of goals despite being confronted by obstacles or distractions.

• [Required] Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly, and annual department driven deadlines.

• [Required] Must be able to prioritize and coordinate competing priorities in fast-paced work environment.

• [Required] Ability to build strong internal/external relationships.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically excel

• [Preferred] Knowledge of Accounting software, experience in Oracle

Education and/or Experience:

•  [Required] Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting/Finance

•  [Preferred] 2+ years of accounts payable/receivable experience

Certificates or Licenses:

• None

Who We Are

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and financial integrity in the marketplaces that it serves by focusing on sound risk management principles. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

What We Offer

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to promote work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:

A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work

Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely

Generous PTO and Parental leave

Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision