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Accounting Operations Analyst


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 57456 - 71820
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 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

Job Summary:

The Operations Analyst supports the Finance Operations & Consolidations team by managing the quarterly analytics (FQ) calendar preparing variance/flux analysis reporting and assisting with eliminations and allocation journal entries. This role is a strong fit for someone early-to-mid career who wants broad exposure to consolidation accounting ERP systems and process-improvement/AI initiatives working closely with the Senior Manager and the rest of the Financial Systems & Operations team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Calendar Ownership: Own and manage the FQ (quarterly analytics) calendar including deadlines for monthly flux commentary and quarterly variance analysis submissions.
  • Variance Reporting: Prepare and compile variance/flux analysis reporting used in the quarterly analytic review process provided to internal and external auditors.
  • Operations Calendar: Implement and maintain a FQ Operations calendar covering all non-close items including audit requests regulatory deliverables and other recurring obligations.
  • Systems Projects: Assist with FQ and NetSuite-related projects including system enhancements testing and reporting improvements.
  • FloQast Support: Support day-to-day use of FloQast including task and reconciliation setup and checklist maintenance and help identify opportunities to streamline close tasks within the system.
  • Journal Entries: Prepare eliminations and allocations journal entries as part of the monthly/quarterly consolidation close.
  • Stakeholder Support: Respond to ad hoc requests from Finance leadership other Finance teams and auditors.
  • AI Champion: Partner with the Senior Manager to identify test and help roll out AI and automation tools that reduce manual effort in close consolidation and reporting workflows.
  • Special Projects: Support AI and efficiency project work and other special projects assigned by the Senior Manager Operations & Consolidations.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.
  • 1-3 years of relevant accounting/finance experience; internship or co-op experience considered for less-experienced candidates.
  • Working knowledge of journal entries intercompany eliminations and/or basic consolidation concepts.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior exposure to financial services broker-dealer or fintech accounting.
  • Experience supporting an external audit or quarterly review process.
  • Exposure to NetSuite or another ERP system.
  • Exposure to FloQast or another close-management/automation tool.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Technical Proficiency: Strong Excel skills; comfort working with account-level GL detail.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to summarize account-level detail into clear audit-ready explanations.
  • Organization: Highly organized comfortable owning a recurring calendar/deadline structure across multiple stakeholders.
  • Communication Skills: Strong written communication skills; able to explain financial detail clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Curiosity: Comfort with process-improvement and AI/automation tools.

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.


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