Accounting Co-op with Drexel University

The Susquehanna Co-op Program gives you an opportunity to apply what you learn in class to real world business scenarios. As an Accounting co-op, you will have the opportunity to expand your accounting knowledge while learning how to prepare and reconcile financial statements and general legers. 

Susquehanna co-ops will work on projects that give you exposure to multiple departments (such as trading, operations and technology) as well as multiple systems (both third party platforms and those internally developed) to ensure that proper documentation is obtained and accurate reporting is performed. You will also have the unique opportunity to learn about current accounting rules and how they impact various aspects of the business, including the application of accounting guidance in financial statements.

 Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Preparation of journal entries for financial close process returns
• Research and analyze accounting guidance and its effects on Susquehanna’s businesses
• Prepare audit support for various entities within the firm
• Assist with monthly reconciliations of operations data for accounting purposes
• Perform accounting technology development and analysis

• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related major
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Access
• Prior co-op/internship/project experience in a accounting or accounting, a plus
• Ability to collaborate with a team while having the confidence to work independently
• Ability and desire to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Will not require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future

• Our non-hierarchical culture allows employees of every level to thrive and make impact. We are not your typical trading firm – the environment is casual, collaborative and we focus on continuous development.

• Relaxed dress code (jeans and sneakers are the norm and team jerseys every Friday)

• Co-op classes designed to teach about Susquehanna’s business and encourage professional development

• Fully stocked kitchens for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages

• A forty thousand square-foot state of the art fitness facility with brand-new equipment, multi-purpose courts, group exercise classes, and locker room spaces

• Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions

• Social events such as a poker tournament, holiday party, company outings, and more

• On-site Wellness Center

• On-site services such as a mailroom, barber, dry cleaning, and car maintenance

• Opportunities to give back to the community through Susquehanna sponsored events and donation drives

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation. Our culture is intellectually driven and highly collaborative, bringing together researchers, engineers, and traders to design and deploy impactful strategies in our systematic trading environment. To meet the unique challenges of global markets, Susquehanna applies machine learning and advanced quantitative research to vast datasets in order to uncover actionable insights and build effective strategies. By uniting deep market expertise with cutting-edge technology, we excel in solving complex problems and pushing boundaries together.

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