Squarepoint Capital · Hedge fund · Jersey, Montreal, Warsaw · Mid-level · Posted 2026-06-01
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<p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an accountant to join the Finance Team. Prior experience in accounting, auditing or finance with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm is a must. The accountant will assist in day-to-day financial operations of the group, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance with accounting principles and regulations.</p>
<p>As a multinational corporation, the company requires the candidate to have excellent communication skills to coordinate with colleagues stationed in different locations and work considering different time zones.</p>
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<li>Assist in the group’s day-to-day financial operations. Collaborate with colleagues from the broader finance department and liaise with other relevant parties within the organization.</li>
<li>Assist in the month-end closing procedures of the group. Prepare monthly balance sheet schedules and conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.</li>
<li>Assist in preparing consolidated/stand-alone financial statements for the group under US GAAP, IFRS and local reporting standards, in a timely and accurate manner.</li>
<li>Coordinate with external and internal teams for monthly NAV reports and related schedules.</li>
<li>Participate in various finance projects /ad-hoc requests from controller and other departments.</li>
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<p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p>
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<li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field,</li>
<li>Pursuing an accredited accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent, or being a finalist in any of these qualifications, would be a plus</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 - 8+ years of finance and accounting experience; experience with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm a plus</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including US GAAP and IFRS.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with accounting software and financial management systems. Workday Financials are a plus.</li>
<li>Proficient in Excel and adept at using technology.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Self-starter and can work with minimal supervision</li>
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