Staff Accountant

How You Can Make an Impact 

Geneva Trading is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team in Chicago. In this role, you will gain comprehensive exposure to the financial operations of a derivatives trading business and collaborate closely with team members to solve key business challenges. The accounting team plays a crucial role in safeguarding the firm’s financial assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, along with an initiative-taking approach to identifying and implementing process improvements. 

What You'll Do 

• Execute T+1 daily trading income reconciliations and report firm P&L to senior management and ownership. 

• Engage in the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes for global entities, gaining broad exposure. 

• Generate trader P&L statements and address any related queries from traders. 

• Participate in annual audits and tax processes across all US entities. 

• Collaborate with the financial accounting team to ensure smooth and efficient business funding. 

• Partner with shared services teams to enhance the overall trader experience. 

• Lead and manage ad hoc and special projects as assigned. 

What You'll Need to Show 

• Experience applying AI/ML tools to generate data-driven insights and automation.  

• Critical thinking to identify problems and pathways to execute resolution. 

• A process-driven mindset with a continuous improvement approach, always curious to question the status quo and to optimize workflows. 

• Strong ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work, where diligence matters, which satisfies internal and external stakeholders. 

• A passion for working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment. 

• A BSc or MSc in Accounting, Business, or a related field, with a solid academic record, and, if not already qualified, a commitment to completing a professional accounting qualification. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, Index-Match, Macros, and Pivot Tables). 

What Will Make You Stand Out 

• Experience with regulatory and statutory reporting (e.g., GAAP Reporting, Regulated entity exposure). 

• Proficiency in dashboard reporting and design (e.g., Qlik, Power BI, Tableau). 

• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar accounting systems. 

• A solid understanding of traditional financial markets or cryptocurrency. 

• Knowledge of SQL Server or other relational databases. 

• 2+ years of experience in financial services or fintech (preferred, not required). 

 Base Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000 + Eligible for performance-based bonus  

The final salary determination will be dependent on the successful candidate's skills, experience, education, and qualifications. Beyond the base salary, our full-time employees receive a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/  

 Application expected to close: 11/20/2026