Financial Control Accountant - Chicago, IL

Position Summary:

The primary role of the Financial Control Accountant is to maintain subsidiary ledgers and account for transactional fees for our futures commission merchant business. Areas of responsibility includes broker commission payouts, exchange transaction fees, carrying broker commission and fee expense, execution brokerage revenue and expense, and direct fixed trading costs. The Financial Control Accountant will report directly to the Accounting Manager to maximize development, learning and departmental efficiency.Job Responsibilities:Accounting and settlement of broker payouts and other transactional expensesSupport development of new commission payout processing systemCalculate monthly payouts using existing Access Database or new commission payout systemMaintain database of exchange, clearing, and NFA fees under the direction of the Accounting ManagerPrepare monthly transactional expense accrual accounting entry and related entriesPrepare daily and monthly account reconciliationsOther general accounting tasks Job Requirements:Experience in the futures industry or similar as an accountant Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance2 – 3 years accounting experienceStrong analytical abilities, initiative and problem solving skillsHigh proficiency in Microsoft ExcelAbility to meet deadlinesPromotes the ADM Way and Core ValuesThis position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.
ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
ADM is an Equal Opportunity Employer for minorities, females, protected veterans and individuals with a disability.
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