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Accounting Analyst


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 57456 - 71820
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (Apex) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify automate and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech software enables us to support clients such as Stash Betterment SoFi Webull and eToro amongst many others; collectively Apex powers access to the stock market for over 22 million end customers.

At Apex we are changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo which was manual slow and accessible only by the ultra-wealthy. Were digitizing and democratizing systems so that everyone has an opportunity to invest.

When youre at Apex you drive this change. Youre part of a global team with a clear vision: to be the trusted technology that powers the digital economy. Our offices in Austin Dallas Chicago New York Portland Belfast and Manila are home to over 1000 employees.

Together were shaping the future of financial innovation. Embrace change. Solve big. Win together. And be G.R.E.A.T. grit results empathy accountability and teamwork with Apex.

Were proud to be recognized for the innovative work we do the purpose-driven nature of our work and the collaborative culture weve created. Here are just a few of the many awards weve recently received:

Best Places to Work

- Presented by BuiltIn

WealthTech of the Year

2025- Presented by US FinTech Awards

The Worlds Top 250 Fintech Companies

2024- Presented by CNBC

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Description:

Accountants on the Apex Finance team are responsible for handling month-end close duties and analysis of financial details. This role interacts with several Apex teams including Billing Regulatory Reporting Treasury Client Service Operations Compliance and must be critical thinkers analytical energetic and possess strong attention to detail.

Were looking for someone who:

  • Is passionate. You have a genuine passion for people and developing relationships
  • Is motivated. Youre driven to be the best. You challenge yourself by setting goals crushing them and helping your teammates do the same
  • Is collaborative.Youre excited to work with others throughout the organization to help foster a superior workplace and culture
  • Wants to make an impact. Youre looking to do amazing work. Youre all about helping employees be happier at work and perform at a superior level
  • Operates with integrity. You always conduct yourself with honesty and operate ethically. You say what you mean and mean what you say

A few reasons why you might love us:

  • Were a leader in the space.Weve got an amazing track record of success and we foster ongoing innovation. So you get all the benefits of a proven growing company while enjoying a very entrepreneurial culture.
  • The team is really motivating. Youll work with people who are as energetic smart and determined as you are. Youll be managed by the best too.
  • Your work will be immediately impactful.Youll be able to see your direct impact on our department. You wont be just another cog in the wheel.

And a few reasons why you may not like working for us:

  • You dont like change. This is not a job for someone who likes predictable. The market is dynamic which means the work is dynamic. Its a fast-paced environment and you need to adapt to adapt accordingly. You wont be bored.
  • Youre not the collaborative type. We work together to ensure the best possible solutions for our internal teams. If youre looking to hide out and do your own thing this might not be the right spot.
  • You like task singularity. You have to be able to multi-task. If you are single threaded and have to work on a task for start to finish you may not like this role. We need someone who can switch gears smoothly while still juggling competing priorities.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Perform assigned monthly quarterly and annual general ledger closing and reporting processes.
  • Estimate analyze and record month-end expense accruals.
  • Prepare reconciliations for assigned accounts. Proactively communicate daily status and escalate issues as needed.
  • Handle other accounting duties as assigned. Examples: revenue analysis fixed asset management intercompany expenses.
  • Work with Regulatory Reporting team to pull critical data for regulatory filings
  • Handle audit requests for financial statement audit and regulatory exams
  • Actively cross-train to provide back-up coverage for all team members
  • Solve operational problems and proactively determine and implement improvements to workflows and controls minimize risk and manual workflows and reduce inefficiencies
  • Actively participate in firmwide and departmental projects and initiatives

The skills youll need to succeed:

Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in accounting
  • 1-2 years accounting experience preferably in a similar role for a clearing or investment firm proprietary trading firm bank or trust company or directly from public accounting
  • Excellent attention to detail an exceptionally high degree of initiative and adaptability and the ability to multi-task
  • The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • The ability to work with numerous and conflicting deadlines
  • The ability to perform many complex and confidential tasks with speed and accuracy
  • Strong analytical skills to solve problems
  • The ability to exercise independent judgment
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills and the ability to communicate constructively within the department and the firm
  • Proficient in Excel PowerPoint and Word

Preferred

  • Experience using NetSuite accounting system
  • Intermediate to Advanced Excel abilities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits including healthcare benefits (medical dental and vision EAP) competitive PTO 401k match parental leave and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

Salary Range

$57456-$71820

The annual base salary range for this position is noted above. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and office location.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.


Required Experience:

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