Sr. FCM Financial and Operations Analyst

CME Group • Chicago, IL

2d • $70,000 - $116,600

About The Position

As a Sr. FCM Financial and Operations Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of protecting and expanding our FCM businesses. The Senior Analyst provides primary-level problem resolution across all finance and operational aspects of the FCM. The Senior Analyst will assist to lead new initiatives, handle operational & customer-related issues, and lead financial tasks. What You'll Get A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture. Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Explore our full range of benefits here. What You'll Do Develop an understanding of FCM infrastructure and internal operational processes and applications, such as account set-ups, trade submission workflows, and margin services tools. Develop strong relationships with the FCMs various stakeholders across multiple areas. Assist to lead the financial statements preparation, booking accounting entries, working with accounting teams, as well as regulatory filings. Assist and provide as a primary backup for the operations and financial leadership responsibilities.

Requirements

• 2 - 5 years relevant work experience
• Financial accounting in the FCM space
• Understanding of FCM back office and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite required (emphasis on Excel and Sheets)
• Must work well in a team environment
• Self-motivated individual
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Finance, Economics or a related field

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of the trade lifecycle and post-execution workflows, including clearing and settlement, is highly valued.
• Understanding of prediction markets preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of FCM infrastructure and internal operational processes and applications, such as account set-ups, trade submission workflows, and margin services tools.
• Develop strong relationships with the FCMs various stakeholders across multiple areas.
• Assist to lead the financial statements preparation, booking accounting entries, working with accounting teams, as well as regulatory filings.
• Assist and provide as a primary backup for the operations and financial leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

• A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
• Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees