Finance | Senior Accounting Analyst, Digital Assets

Jump Trading•Chicago, IL

2d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accounting Analyst supports Jump Trading Group’s digital asset operations by maintaining the integrity of the general ledger across multiple legal entities. The role maintains and optimizes accounting processes for month-end close and reporting, and ensures the books and records of digital asset legal entities are complete, accurate, and supported by strong controls. The analyst is responsible for the books and records and period-end financial reporting of several Jump subsidiaries, while helping the department support existing business and future growth. The position is based in Jump’s Chicago office, requires working in the office at least four days per week, and reports to the Accounting Manager. The role suits someone with traditional accounting expertise and an interest in digital assets.

Requirements

At least 3 years of accounting experience.
Experience owning the general ledger, reconciling complex accounts, and improving close processes in a fast-paced, multi-entity organization.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
Strong analytical skills, including analyzing monthly variances and identifying trends and anomalies.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
Self-directed, adaptable, and dependable, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and work independently and as part of a team.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to produce clear and accurate documentation.
Reliable and predictable availability.

Nice To Haves

Experience in trading industry accounting and/or digital assets.
CPA or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Execute the monthly accounting close for multiple digital asset entities, including reconciling transaction-level detail, preparing and posting activity, and owning the month-end process.
Maintain GAAP-compliant books and records with strong controls; support controls and reconcile high-volume, complex transactions and balances.
Analyze monthly variances, explain changes in financial results, and surface trends and anomalies.
Identify process-improvement and automation opportunities and build solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy, including advancing AI initiatives.
Conduct ad hoc analyses and address open-ended questions while streamlining and strengthening processes.
Assist with external audits and prepare supporting schedules for tax returns related to digital asset activities.
Collaborate with tax, operations, data, and other internal teams to ensure the accuracy of financial data and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.