Staff Accountant at CME Group in Chicago, IL

Summary: CME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, dedicated to ensuring the accuracy and clarity of its consolidated financial statements. As a Staff Accountant, you will support the financial health of the organization by managing the close process and ensuring precise financial records while coordinating audits and analyzing performance. Responsibilities: - Maintain Financial Records: Prepare and record journal entries and perform general ledger reconciliations. You will ensure all work meets internal standards and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance - Coordinate Audits: Work directly with internal and external auditors. You will organize documentation and provide the support necessary to complete audited financial statements - Support the Close: Help the team meet monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines to ensure financial statements are issued on time - Lead Special Audits: Take ownership of audits for our non-profit entities and ensure all required government filings are submitted correctly - Analyze Performance: Partner with stakeholders across the business to review financial trends and variances. You will also support process improvements, new business ventures, and foreign entity audits - Assist the Team: Provide hands-on support for various accounting projects and ad-hoc requests as they arise Required Qualifications: - A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a similar level of practical accounting experience - Proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office products - Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail - The ability to communicate clearly and adjust to changing priorities in a professional environment Required Skills: Financial accounting, Journal entries, General ledger reconciliation, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, Audit coordination, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Benefits: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, An annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, The opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program, Comprehensive health coverage, A retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, Paid time off, A mental health benefit