Staff Accountant

Mischler • Irvine, CA

9d

About The Position

MFG is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our firm. This role is heavily involved in DCM/ECM accounts receivable, CSA and soft-dollar accounting, general ledger activities, clearing-broker reconciliations, and accelerated month‑end and year‑end close processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, compliance‑driven environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and brings a process‑oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy, documentation, and internal controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in general accounting and financial analysis roles within the broker-dealer industry or financial services sector.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a commitment to professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Ability to respond promptly, organize tasks, manage time, and prioritize requests.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license
• Working knowledge of SEC and FINRA regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Access Database
• Experience with BAML/BCOL reports

Responsibilities

• Reconciling sub-ledgers to general ledger account balances
• Preparing financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Assisting with preparation of regulatory filings
• Supporting month-end and year-end close, as well as annual financial audits and periodic regulatory examinations
• Process and maintain Accounts Receivable related to DCM/ECM transactions
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and variance reporting
• Reconciling clearing broker transaction activity and account balances
• Track and record accrued payables
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed asset and facility lease schedules
• Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and review of risk areas
• Communicate financial status, variances, and issues with the accounting team and management

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees