About Us
TopstepTrader is a high-growth, innovative, B2C company challenging the traditional retail trading model in the futures, foreign exchange and equities spaces. Having attracted over 30,000 traders from more than 160 countries since launching in 2012, we are not slowing down anytime soon!

A career at TopstepTrader places you at the intersection of technology, finance, and marketing for one of the fastest growing companies in Chicago. We were named #14 on Crain’s Best Places to Work 2018, and have also earned recognition on the 2017 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. We are growing our passionate team, user base, and business model, all the while reinventing the retail brokerage industry.

The Role
At TopstepTrader, individuals fully own their roles and are charged with meaningfully driving results.  We work fast and continuously optimize our products to reach more and more traders worldwide. 

The Accounting Manager is responsible for the company's day-to-day financial activities and accounting operations. 

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced environment embracing innovation and continuously improving. S/he will have a keen attention to detail and the ability to take ideas from concept to execution. We're looking for a self-starter who learns quickly, loves technology, and has proven problem-solving and people skills.

Are you excited about this opportunity? If so, read on…

What You’ll Do

• General accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing and fixed asset records
• Manage, monitor and report cash flow
• Maintain chart of accounts
• Ensure timely closing of books on a monthly, quarterly, and annual bases
• Timely and accurate production of financial reports that comply with GAAP
• Ensure company compliance with all state and federal regulations and tax filings
• Coordinate with third-party tax filing preparers 
• Maintain and refine a set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk
• Collect, reconcile and reimburse employee expenses
• Reconcile bank accounts
• Accurately and productively complete day-to-day activities

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Three to five years experience in a similar role 
• Highly proficient in Quickbooks
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, pivot tables, etc.
• Current knowledge of GAAP
• CPA or actively pursuing
• Basic tax knowledge
• Ideally has an interest in financial markets, investing or trading
• Exemplary communication skills with the desire to build interpersonal relationships
• Proactive problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues and generate solutions
• Outstanding organizational abilities
• Thrives working independently and taking ownership of the role
• A high attention to detail
• Sound judgment and maturity while managing confidential information with the utmost discretion, respect and care
• Willingness to complete other tasks when requested, and play an active role in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive salary and bonus incentives 
• A culture of development and innovation
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, life, long-term/short-term disability insurance, and 401k retirement plan with company match 
• Generous paid time off, which increases annually, and paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave
• Ability to learn about the financial markets and trading industry from experienced professionals
• Opportunities to work from home
• Summer Friday (flexible) hours 
• Great perks: team events and happy hours, paid volunteer days, catered lunches, birthday and anniversary celebrations, cereal and snack bar, and much more.

Is TopstepTrader the place for you? If so, apply today! We can’t wait to hear from you.
TopstepTrader is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, or any other basis protected under the law.