Title:  Senior Accountant
Location:  Chicago

Who we are:
Optiver is a proprietary global market maker, trading on major financial markets around the world. We opened our first office in Amsterdam and now have locations in Chicago, Shanghai, and Sydney. We employ over 900 highly educated professionals worldwide who are continuously improving the way we work and striving for excellence in everything we do. Being good is not good enough, and it is every employee’s responsibility to make our company better. Founded in 1986, Optiver has been profitable every year of its existence.

What you’ll do:
• Participate in the month-end close process for various entities, which includes analyzing / reconciling balance sheet accounts and key profit and loss accounts with follow-up on outstanding issues
• Ensure the integrity of all accounting records including General Ledger, Income Statement and Balance Sheet reporting
• Prepare and manage the payroll process utilizing the ADP payroll system
• Interface with third party auditors and coordinate with other internal parties to complete and provide all information as required for regulatory and financial audits
• Facilitate submission of monthly reporting package to Amsterdam office
• Assist in maintaining the General Ledger system

What you’ll need:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Three - five years of experience in the financial services industry, preferably the trading industry
• Experience with payroll system/process (preferred)
• CPA certification
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail

What you’ll get:
25 days vacation; paid commuting expenses up to the maximum allowable amount; attractive bonus structure; training opportunities; generous 401K company match; fully paid health insurance premiums; breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages provided daily; weekly in-house chair massages; casual dress; game room and more!