We are looking for a Project and Payroll Accountant who will support various on-going projects and initiatives within our finance group. This role will also oversee and manage payroll processing & 401(k) administration.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare various accruals and journal entries to support month-end close deliverables
• Assist with general ledger and reporting implementation projects
• Prepare schedules and collaborate with external parties to support financial statement audits
• Assist with annual budget and quarterly re-forecasting
• Track and manage company credit card expenses, charitable contributions and tuition reimbursements
• Maintain and develop candidate reimbursement process & policies
• Monitor and analyze travel and recruiting expenses
• Identify system improvements and process improvements as it relates to on-going projects & initiatives
• Demonstrate high level of ownership and precision in processing a semi-monthly payroll
• Support/resolve employee payroll and 401(k) questions in timely and effective manner
• Develop and maintain user instructions, procedures and documentation for payroll, 401(k) and special projects
• Demonstrate high level of professionalism when handling sensitive employee information
• Cross-train with other finance team members periodically
• Support Finance team with various ad-hoc projects
• Partner with HR team to support on-going initiatives, streamline processes, etc.

What you’ll need:

• 5-7 years experience in related role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and/or Fidelity is a plus

Who we are:

Optiver’s story began over 30 years ago, when we started business as a single trader on the floor of Amsterdam’s options exchange. Today, we are at the forefront of trading and technology as a leading global electronic market maker, focused on pricing, execution and risk management. With over 1,000 employees globally and 200 in our Chicago office, our mission to improve the market unites us.