Support the Controller with account reconciliations, prepare and maintain accounting schedules, write and maintain data-processing programs, resolve program errors, implement connections with external platforms, leverage AI and technology to improve processes, and assist with monthly general ledger and credit card reconciliations.
company summary
Cabrera Capital Markets is a premier investment bank and institutional brokerage firm, serving global corporations, municipalities, pension funds, and private equity firms. The firm is known for its integrity and unwavering commitment to exceeding clients’ expectations.
position summary & purpose
The Financial Analyst supports the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department, with particular emphasis on account reconciliation, tabular and graphical analysis, and process implementation and documentation.
Essential duties and resPONSIBILITIEs
- Write and debug programs for processing trading data on a daily and monthly basis
- Maintain bank account reconciliations and implement process improvements
- Support the creation and maintenance of various accounting schedules (depreciation, lease liabilities, prepaids, etc.)
- Manage the usage of programs and assist with resolving errors
- Assist with implementation and maintenance of connections with external platforms
- Leverage AI and other technology tools to develop and maintain accounting processes
- Reconcile firm credit card activity
- Assist with the reconciliation of monthly general ledger accounts
- Maintain daily and monthly account reconciliations
- All other duties as assigned
management & decision making responsibilities
- N/A
knowledge, skills & abilities requirements
- 1 year or more years of finance experience
- Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), programming (Python, VBA), and computational and statistical data analysis
- 1 year or more years of Broker Dealer experience highly preferred
- Proficiency with accounting software (Oracle preferred)
- Detail and deadline oriented with excellent time management skills
- Experience using project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) to assist with task tracking, collaboration, and timely completion of deliverables.
- Ability to multi-task projects
EDUCATION & work experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, and/or Computer Science, Information Technology (preferred)
required licenses & certificates
- SIE
Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship, including F-1 OPT, CPT, H-1B, TN, E-3, or any other employment-based visa sponsorship, are not eligible for consideration.
We offer a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Profit Sharing Program
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Benefits (Pre-tax transit & parking)
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life & AD&D Insurance Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Care Discount Program
Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
10 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1050, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603
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