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Accountant - Intermediate

GTT

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40–$40 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Banking Services, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Brokerage, Capital Accounting, Capital Analysis, Capital Markets, Corporate Banking, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, External Audit, Finance, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Fortune 500 Customers, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Legal, Pivot Tables, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), Regulations, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Submissions, Retail, Retirement Funds, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SEC Filings, Securities Lending, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Systems Analysis, Time Management, Trading/Stockbroking, Transfer Pricing, Underwriting, Vision Plan, Vlookups, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
7 days ago
Primary Job Title:
Accountant
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
  • Regulatory Reporting Accountant
  • Capital Markets Accountant
  • Broker Dealer Reporting Analyst
  • Financial Reporting Analyst
  • Finance Director (Regulatory Reporting)
Location:
New York, NY, USA
Onsite Flexibility:
Hybrid (2–3 days per week onsite; typically Monday to Wednesday; subject to business needs)
Contract Details:
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 7 months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Pay Rate: $40 per hour
Job Summary
The Accountant will support regulatory and financial reporting activities within World Markets, the wholesale and corporate banking arm of Client. This role will take an active role in managing processes with reduced supervision, proactively solving problems, and ensuring accurate and timely submission of regulatory and financial reports.
This position interacts regularly with external auditors, internal auditors, regulators, Legal & Compliance, Operations, and Business Finance Controllers while supporting day-to-day operations as a maternity leave backfill.
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare Weekly 15c3-3 customer reserve computation, monthly FOCUS Report, quarterly SEC Form 17H, semi-annual SIPC-6, and annual SIPC-7 regulatory reports.
  • Prepare monthly Client Form R1 (Customer Margin Report), margin deficit charges, and unsecured/partly secured customer debits.
  • Prepare weekly/daily/monthly FRB Reports including FR 2004 series and related submissions.
  • Perform Weekly Net Capital Calculation and Portfolio Margin Calculation.
  • Maintain underwriting commitments and assess required regulatory capital charges.
  • Utilize Dash FIH, RBH, RRR, SBL, SALLIE, and FIS ALDOP systems for risk assessments related to securities trading and lending activities.
  • Research the impact of new FASB/PCAOB accounting proposals and regulatory reporting changes (SEC, NFA, etc.).
  • Perform analytics on reporting data and explain variances to finance controllers, front office, middle office, risk management, and operations teams.
  • Respond to queries from regulators, auditors, and Head Office.
  • Review regulatory notices and maintain broker dealer regulatory reporting procedures manuals.
  • Support US Prime Brokerage initiatives and technology projects related to regulatory system development.
  • Assist in preparation of annual and semi-annual audited financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Provide governance and oversight of US Prime Brokerage activities including securities lending, custody, clearance, and settlement.
Required Experience
  • 2–4 years of experience in accounting or finance.
  • Experience preparing 15c3-3, 15c3-1, and FRB reports.
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and FASB standards.
  • Previous Capital Markets experience.
  • CPA or CA certification.
  • Degree in Accounting.
  • Ability to work independently, manage pressure, and meet strict reporting deadlines.
Nice-to-Have Experience
  • Previous financial industry experience.
  • Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Accounting).
  • Experience with Dash systems.
Required Skills
  • Regulatory Financial Reporting
  • US GAAP Expertise
  • Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
Preferred Skills
  • Capital Markets Operations Knowledge
  • SEC/FINRA/CFTC Reporting Familiarity
  • Risk Assessment Systems (Dash, ALDOP)
  • Financial Analytics
Additional Skills from Original Description
  • Net Capital Calculation
  • Portfolio Margining
  • Transfer Pricing Review
  • Regulatory Notice Monitoring
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Communication
  • Prime Brokerage Oversight
Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading North American financial institution offering a wide range of reliable financial products and services. Committed to customer satisfaction and community impact, the organization provides personalized banking solutions and fosters a diverse and inclusive environment.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-01640
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