Head of Finance (Chicago) Job at SpiderRock, Chicago, IL

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  • SpiderRock
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

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Base pay range

$195,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

The Finance Director is a newly created role for our growing global fintech company and will serve in a strategic role that will report to the COO and collaborate with the operations team. This position will oversee all financial aspects of the company including financial management, treasury, forecasting, finance, accounting, and tax functions for SpiderRock Technology Solutions and its subsidiaries. The Finance Director will manage the company's financial systems, ensure accurate reporting, compliance and efficient financial operations and support its growth initiatives. This is a full-time salaried position that will work out of our state-of-the art office in downtown Chicago.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Strategic Financial Leadership

  • Manage annual budgeting process, and support strategic financial modeling.
  • Manage relationships with third parties to support tax reporting and analysis, banking services, and audits at the holding company level.
  • Develop or support management relationships with external investment firms and investment bankers.
  • Assist the COO and legal counsel in managing and tracking the firms incentive compensation processes and policies.
  • Lead the preparation of financial statements and reports.
  • Manage accounting, tax, and reporting for UK and Netherlands subsidiaries and work closely with our Finance Manager in our Netherlands office.
  • Oversee accounting, tax and AP, ensuring robust internal controls.
  • Supervise the annual audit process for SpiderRock Technology Solutions and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Work closely with broker-dealer controller to ensure coordination of activities and support of regulatory reporting and robust scalability of the organization and processes.
  • Provide guidance with accounting standards and provide supervision to support staff responsible for financial activities in different locations or at our affiliated entities.
  • Manage and optimize the use of NetSuite.
  • Support broker-dealer accounting and coordinate on any updates the Kiwi billing platform, ensuring systems are meeting business needs, internal control requirements, and accurate financial reporting.
  • Coordinate with People Operations to ensure error-free integration processes between SpiderRock systems.

Compliance & Internal Controls

  • Ensure compliance with all tax and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Implement and enforce policies to enhance financial and operational efficiency.

Cash Flow, Banking & Treasury

  • Develop cash flow projections and maintain adequate liquidity for operations.
  • Manage banking relationships and evaluate financial products essential to SpiderRock, such as credit cards, short-term investment facilities, and access to credit lines and short-term borrowing to mitigate risks.

WHAT SPIDERROCK IS LOOKING FOR

  • 4-year college degree in business, accounting, finance, or related discipline or equivalent work
  • MBA or CPA preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant business experience, with experience in a financial leadership role
  • Strong accounting and auditing skills are essential
  • Previous experience working for one of the Big 4 accounting firms is preferred
  • Experience ideally in the private sector, with a strong understanding of the challenges associated with growing mid-size firms, implementing new processes, and complying with finance, tax, and reporting standards
  • Strong technical skills with a deep understanding of financial markets.
  • Capable of optimizing financial performance in a fintech environment, managing risk, ensuring compliance and controls, all while helping to maximize returns.
  • Highly organized and self-directed, with a focus on strategic financial planning and execution.
  • High level of integrity and honesty, essential for maintaining trust in a high-stakes trading platform environment.
  • Strong EQ overseeing a diverse and growing team and proven collaborating skills across multiple teams.
  • Articulate, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information to stakeholders and lead strategic discussions.
  • Exceptional prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  • Professional, motivated attitude along with strong interpersonal skills
  • Work onsite at our Chicago corporate office

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Highly competitive pay, benefits and bonus structure
  • Voluntary ancillary plans (Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Accident and Critical Illness)
  • Discounted pet insurance
  • Progressive time off benefits (unlimited PTO, maternity leave, paternal leave)
  • Wellness programs
  • Zen Den for meditation, naps, nursing, or just to decompress
  • Work with high-caliber and innovative professionals
  • Access to unlimited snacks and beverages in our lounge area
  • Monthly, Quarterly, and Semi-Annual company sponsored events
  • 401K Safe Harbor Plan and Match
  • Divvy bike access
  • A fun and collaborative environment

SpiderRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director
  • Seniority level

    Director

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time
  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Strategy/Planning
  • Job function

    Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Strategy/Planning
  • Industries

    Financial Services and Software Development

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