Financial Analyst, Accounting

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Chicago IL - Chicago, IL 60606Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Accounting company summary Cabrera Capital Markets is a premier investment bank and institutional brokerage firm, serving global corporations, municipalities, pension funds, and private equity firms. The firm is known for its integrity and unwavering commitment to exceeding clients’ expectations.   position summary & purpose The Financial Analyst supports the Controller in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department, with particular emphasis on account reconciliation, tabular and graphical analysis, and process implementation and documentation. Essential duties and resPONSIBILITIEs Write and debug programs for processing trading data on a daily and monthly basis Maintain bank account reconciliations and implement process improvements Support the creation and maintenance of various accounting schedules (depreciation, lease liabilities, prepaids, etc.) Manage the usage of programs and assist with resolving errors Assist with implementation and maintenance of connections with external platforms Leverage AI and other technology tools to develop and maintain accounting processes Reconcile firm credit card activity Assist with the reconciliation of monthly general ledger accounts Maintain daily and monthly account reconciliations All other duties as assigned management & decision making responsibilities N/A Qualifications knowledge, skills & abilities requirements 1 year or more years of finance experience Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), programming (Python, VBA), and computational and statistical data analysis 1 year or more years of Broker Dealer experience highly preferred Proficiency with accounting software (Oracle preferred) Detail and deadline oriented with excellent time management skills Experience using project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) to assist with task tracking, collaboration, and timely completion of deliverables. Ability to multi-task projects EDUCATION & work experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, and/or Computer Science, Information Technology (preferred) required licenses & certificates SIE   Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship, including F-1 OPT, CPT, H-1B, TN, E-3, or any other employment-based visa sponsorship, are not eligible for consideration.     We offer a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Paid Time Off & Holidays 401(k) with Employer Match Profit Sharing Program Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HSA) Commuter Benefits (Pre-tax transit & parking) Short- & Long-Term Disability Coverage Life & AD&D Insurance Options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Care Discount Program