DV Trading LLC
About Us
Founded 19 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 450 people operating throughout the world. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk‑management methodologies to provide liquidity and hedging opportunities to financial participants, commodity producers and counterparties worldwide. DV Group affiliates also include two broker dealers, an introducing broker in commodities, a cryptocurrency market‑making firm, and several investment advisory firms.
Job Location Chicago, IL (onsite 4X a week)
Responsibilities
Own the daily and month‑end close process for broker‑dealer operations of DV Group, posting journal entries and reconciling balance‑sheet accounts.
Prepare FOCUS reports, regulatory filings, and calculate regulatory net‑capital requirements.
Assist with regulatory audits and the annual audit.
Collaborate closely with our team, auditors, and other key stakeholders to manage and streamline processes.
Support the preparation of the annual financial statement schedule.
Identify areas for operational improvements and establish efficiencies and enhanced reporting.
Leverage technology to drive continuous improvement of financial accounting processes, reporting, and control.
Perform other ad‑hoc financial analyses as required.
Qualifications
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within financial services and/or the broker‑dealer space.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience working within a G/L system; Microsoft Dynamics preferred.
Advanced Excel knowledge and skills; SQL and/or Python a plus.
A strong desire to partner and collaborate with various teams across the firm.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
A tech‑forward approach to managing day‑to‑day tasks – we love to automate and make things more efficient.
Strong problem‑solving ability with the capacity to navigate ambiguity and leverage resources.
The desire to take ownership of projects and ideas, while identifying gaps and areas for improvement.
The ability to adapt to a dynamic and ever‑changing environment – we are in high‑growth mode and move quickly to achieve business goals.
Benefits
Discretionary bonus eligibility.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options.
Employer‑paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance.
Flexible vacation policy.
Retirement plan with employer match.
Paid parental leave.
Wellness programs.
Compensation Annual compensation range $120K - $150K base + discretionary bonus eligible.
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Accounting/Auditing.
Industries: Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets.
Equal Opportunity Statement DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e‑mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Job Location Chicago, IL (onsite 4X a week)
Responsibilities
Own the daily and month‑end close process for broker‑dealer operations of DV Group, posting journal entries and reconciling balance‑sheet accounts.
Prepare FOCUS reports, regulatory filings, and calculate regulatory net‑capital requirements.
Assist with regulatory audits and the annual audit.
Collaborate closely with our team, auditors, and other key stakeholders to manage and streamline processes.
Support the preparation of the annual financial statement schedule.
Identify areas for operational improvements and establish efficiencies and enhanced reporting.
Leverage technology to drive continuous improvement of financial accounting processes, reporting, and control.
Perform other ad‑hoc financial analyses as required.
Qualifications
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within financial services and/or the broker‑dealer space.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience working within a G/L system; Microsoft Dynamics preferred.
Advanced Excel knowledge and skills; SQL and/or Python a plus.
A strong desire to partner and collaborate with various teams across the firm.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
A tech‑forward approach to managing day‑to‑day tasks – we love to automate and make things more efficient.
Strong problem‑solving ability with the capacity to navigate ambiguity and leverage resources.
The desire to take ownership of projects and ideas, while identifying gaps and areas for improvement.
The ability to adapt to a dynamic and ever‑changing environment – we are in high‑growth mode and move quickly to achieve business goals.
Benefits
Discretionary bonus eligibility.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options.
Employer‑paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance.
Flexible vacation policy.
Retirement plan with employer match.
Paid parental leave.
Wellness programs.
Compensation Annual compensation range $120K - $150K base + discretionary bonus eligible.
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Accounting/Auditing.
Industries: Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets.
Equal Opportunity Statement DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e‑mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at DV Trading LLC by 2x.
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