Fixed-Income / Bond Accountant

Description Headquartered in Chicago, Performance Trust Financial Holdings is an institutional fixed income broker/dealer and investment advisory firm, specializing in highly analytical, performance driven strategies. Our core clients include community and middle-market banks, credit unions, and insurance companies. Our unique and customized approach to strategic advisory, mergers and acquisitions, and balance sheet solutions provides financial institutions the confidence to manage the full lifecycle of their institution, earn their independence, and expand strategic alternatives through enhanced financial performance and good regulatory standing. Performance Trust Financial Holdings is seeking a Bond Accountant to join our internal finance and accounting team. We are targeting candidates with demonstrated knowledge of accounting fundamentals, strong problem solving and analytical skills, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. This is an opportunity to work on a variety of projects relating to finance and operations in addition to monthly close responsibilities. Requirements The Bond Accountant is responsible for ensuring proper internal accounting procedures and processes are executed in a timely manner to support the creation of financial and business line managerial reports. This individual will use their analytical abilities to evaluate and interpret data. Assist in the preparation of journal entries by compiling, analyzing, and substantiating financial transactions Complete balance sheet reconciliations monthly within the close timeline Research, track, and resolve accounting problems Assist in month end, quarter end and annual close processes and reporting Prepare PBC’s for annual audit Act as support/back up for accounts receivable/payable functions Respond to financial queries from FP&A and other departments The Skills Minimum 1-3 years of bond or fixed-income accounting experience, or related Undergraduate degree in Accounting Financial services experience preferred, not required Progress towards CPA highly encouraged, not required Strong IT skills – GL ERP (Oracle preferred), intermediate Excel, etc. Ability to perform detailed-oriented work, manage multiple competing priorities, problem solve, think critically and work independently Featured Benefits Medical Dental Vision Health and Wellbeing Prescription Drug Plans Voluntary Life Insurance + Long term disability insurance PT Retirement Mission Driven Employee Stock Ownership Plan Stability Pre-Tax Commuter benefits – Transit & Parking Lifestyle Discounted Fitness memberships Lifestyle Management – Tobacco Cessation & Weight Management Vacation/Personal Days + Holidays Pre-tax Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Compensation:

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - 100,000. This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand. This position is also eligible for a bonus component that would be dependent on pre-defined performance factors. All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts.

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