MarketAxess Holdings
Company Description
MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world's largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one's ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we're going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There.
The Role
This is an opportunity for an entry-level analyst to join the MarketAxess accounting team. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of experience. This role will be a vital part of the finance team and involved in a broad range of the firm's expenses. Ideal for a proactive problem solver who strives for continuous improvement and challenges the status quo.
How You'll Help Take Us There
Perform daily accounts payable responsibilities including verifying and processing invoices, reconciling vendor statements, securing department head approvals, and ensuring timely payment
Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation
Code and enter invoices into the accounting system accurately and promptly
Prepare and process payment batches for approval, including checks, electronic transfers, and ACH payments
Verify payment amounts and ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors
Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly
Determine and monitor monthly invoice reports for vendor activity
Reconcile vendor statements with accounts payable records to ensure all invoices and payments are accurately accounted for
Maintain the general ledger accounts payable, assisting in the coordination of quarterly audit preparation
Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor files and documentation
Partner with other members of the accounting team on month-end accruals, accounts payable reconciliation, and other accounting duties as needed
What We're Looking for
Bachelor's degree in accounting
1+ years of experience
MS Excel experience (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
Familiarity with NetSuite system is a plus
Basic knowledge of data tools such as Alteryx, Python or SQL is strongly preferred
Strong analytical, technical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work with stakeholders across the Finance, HR, IT and Legal
Self-motivated and proactive, with strong attention to detail
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills required
Strong follow-through and ability to manage internal and vendor relationships
What You Can Expect from Us
Hybrid Environment: Our employees enjoy a mix of working in the office and from home
Free Food: We provide free lunch for employees when they are working in the office. Plus, our offices are stocked with snacks.
Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO package including vacation and personal days, sick leave and charity days
Generous Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks fully paid leave
401(k): Dollar-for-dollar employer match up to $17,500
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Employees can purchase MarketAxess common stock at a discount
Wellness Stipend: We provide employees with up to $1K annually towards gym memberships, home office equipment and more
Onsite Healthcare: We offer convenient access to world-class care through Mount Sinai at our Hudson Yards location
Tuition Assistance and Professional Development: Benefit from live and on-demand learning, role-specific training, employee-led Lunch and Learns and guest speakers
Core benefits: Highly competitive medical, dental, and vision programs
For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is $60,000 USD to $75,000 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs.
MarketAxess Corporation and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in the location in which the candidate is applying.
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