Staff Accountant

STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Location: Chicago; Hybrid
About us:
Halo Investing is an award-winning technology platform that disrupts how protective investment solutions are used worldwide. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices worldwide, we're on a mission to change the world by democratizing access to investment solutions that were previously unavailable to most investors. Our marketplace connects financial advisors and investors to protective investment products - including structured notes, buffered ETFs, and annuities - offered by leading global financial institutions.
In October 2021, Halo announced that it raised over US $100 million in Series C funding. The latest fundraising round was led by Owl Capital and included the Mubadala-backed US $1 billion fund managed by Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners, in addition to existing investors Allianz Life Ventures and William Blair.
Come join our uniquely motivated, dynamic and proactive team. Above all, we value collaboration, communication, and passion!
About the role: The Staff Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely reporting of revenues and expenses for the company's various entities, maintaining accounts payables and receivables, and assisting with accounting close, audits, and other ad-hoc projects as needed. This role will report to the Controller and have direct exposure to the CFO and executive team.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Reconciles daily trading transactions to ensure timely and accurate reporting of revenues
• Works closely with operations teams to resolve trade discrepancies in a timely manner
• Prepares and sends client invoices and manages outstanding accounts receivable
• Processes vendor bills in our accounts payable system, Bill.com
• Reviews corporate credit card expenses and employee T&E reimbursements
• Supports month-end and annual close processes, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assists with annual financial audit and regulatory examinations

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• 1-3 years' experience in corporate or public accounting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills, ability to learn new software quickly
• CPA preferred
• Experience in trading or financial services industries preferred

Benefits:
Get ready for an incredible opportunity with a company that values and rewards its employees. We offer a competitive package of great benefits that will make your work life both fulfilling and enjoyable!

• Work with a great team in an exciting work environment
• Hands-on and structured learning opportunities, continued professional growth
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/disability, etc.)
• Multiple voluntary benefits! Identity protection, pet insurance, accident insurance and more
• Flexible PTO policy
• 401k program to help build wealth for the future
• Paid parental leave to bond with your new addition
• Free snacks
• Company-paid, on-site gym membership
• Building and in-office happy hours
• Ad-hoc outings and activities like baseball games, yoga classes and more!

Halo Values Diversity and Inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance or accommodation due to disability or special need when applying for a role or during our recruitment process, please contact us at: [email protected]