About us
Edgehog Trading is a proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and operating automated, scalable systems to provide liquidity across markets.
Our team spans trading, engineering, and business operations, working together to build and support the systems that power the firm. We emphasize data-driven decision making, rigorous problem solving, and continuous improvement to navigate complex and evolving markets.
We operate in a highly collaborative environment where ideas can move quickly from concept to implementation, and where individuals are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the firm’s growth.
About the role:
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to own the firm's accounting processes and manage day-to-day financial operations across multiple entities. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting across internal systems and external accounts, and for delivering financial reporting obligations to our lender, regulators, and external auditors. You will work closely with trading, technology, and external partners to maintain control over finance, deliver actionable insights, and improve processes as the firm continues to scale.
What you'll do:
- Categorize and process accounts payable, credit card transactions, expense reimbursements
- Prepare clearing journal entries and reconcile Mid-Office to Finance P&L including fees
- Prepare intercompany allocations and eliminations under Expense Sharing Agreements
- Support payroll accounting and reconciliation
- Assist with preparation of partner capital allocations and K-1 support schedules
- Update and maintain accounting policies and procedures
- Own the month-end close process in Numeric across multiple entities, including account flux analysis, with consistent, timely, and accurate monthly deliverables
- Prepare daily net capital computations and support FOCUS report preparation for the broker-dealer entity
- Assist with annual budget and latest estimate reports to Management
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual regulatory and financial reporting requirements, including preparation of lender covenant deliverables and coordination with the external audit team
Qualifications and skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification preferred
- 3+ years of experience in financial services; broker-dealer or proprietary trading firm experience preferred
- Familiarity with exchange-traded derivatives, futures, and options products; ability to understand and reconcile positions across asset classes
- Experience with multi-entity or consolidated accounting structures, including partnership or LLC entities with partner capital accounts
- Experience with broker-dealer regulatory reporting preferred; Series 27 license required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire
- NetSuite proficiency preferred; Numeric, Rippling, and Ramp experience a plus
- High proficiency in Excel required; experience with AI-assisted workflows a plus
- Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced, low-headcount environment
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills; proven ability to investigate discrepancies and resolve issues independently
Why Edgehog:
- Small team advantage: Direct access to founders and senior team members from day one
- Ownership early: Own the books and make meaningful impact within your first year
- Modern finance stack: Work with a purpose-built close management platform (Numeric), AI-assisted workflows, and direct system integrations
- Tight feedback loops: Weekly 1-on-1s with your mentor, quarterly reviews with leadership
- Chicago-based: Affordable cost of living, vibrant trading community
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums 100% covered by the firm
- 401(k) with a 4% company match
- Unlimited paid time off and sick leave
- Free lunch, coffee, drinks, and snacks
- Commuter benefits
- Monthly happy hours and annual team events
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Base salary represents just one part of overall compensation; all full-time, permanent roles are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including items in the above list.
The base salary for this role is 90,000 - 120,000 USD per year
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA certification
- 3+ years of experience in financial services
- Broker-dealer or proprietary trading firm experience
- Familiarity with exchange-traded derivatives, futures, and options; reconcile positions across asset classes
- Experience with multi-entity or consolidated accounting structures, including partnership or LLC entities with partner capital accounts
- Broker-dealer regulatory reporting experience
- Series 27 license (required or must be obtained within 6 months)
- NetSuite proficiency
- Numeric experience
- Rippling experience
- Ramp experience
- High proficiency in Excel
- Experience with AI-assisted workflows
- Ability to work independently and take ownership in a fast-paced, low-headcount environment
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills; ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies independently
Edgehog Trading Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Edgehog Trading and has not been reviewed or approved by Edgehog Trading.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for Chicago prop‑trading roles, with six‑figure bases visible in postings and additional upside from performance components. Market positioning appears strong for trader and selected engineering titles.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are prominently listed, with some roles indicating fully covered premiums. Disability insurance is also included as part of core benefits.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match is explicitly advertised. This adds long‑term value alongside salary and bonuses.
Edgehog Trading Insights
What We Do
Edgehog is a performance-driven trading firm where traders and engineers build and operate automated market-making systems. We work as a lean team focused on execution, iteration, and continuous improvement. Our work sits at the intersection of trading, engineering, and quantitative research. Ideas move quickly from investigation to production, and contributions are visible across the firm.
Why Work With Us
At Edgehog Trading we are highly collaborative and team oriented. Traders, developers, and operations work directly with one another, not siloed on different floors or separated by department, leading to higher quality outcomes. Everyone’s opinion is heard here. Edgehog’s belief is nothing is permanent – the status quo must always be challenged.
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