Assistant Controller - Broker Dealer

Location: London, New York, Montreal, or Warsaw

Salary: Minimum base salary of $120,000 for candidates located in New York, with potential discretionary bonuses and benefits.

Company

Financial services organization with broker-dealer accounting and regulatory reporting operations.

What you will do

• Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close of a US broker-dealer, including net capital calculations.
• Review the trading subledger and verify accurate P&L classification.
• Assist with annual financial statements and regulatory filings, including FOCUS, SIPC, and 17H reports.
• Implement systems, processes, and procedures that improve efficiency while maintaining effective internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors on financial reporting and timely financial statement issuance.
• Prepare monthly management reporting, compile due diligence information, and support ad hoc requests.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of experience combining public and private accounting.
• Experience working at a broker-dealer is strongly preferred.
• CPA qualification is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, multitasking, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues in different offices and service providers across time zones.
• Understanding of relevant regulations and reporting requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a rapidly changing environment with cross-office collaboration.
• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
• Potential eligibility for health, dental, and other wellness benefits.
• Potential eligibility for 401(k) contributions.