Staff Accountant
genevatrading
Chicago Office
Posted Oct 6, 2026
- Other
- Accounting
Job description
Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.
**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: