Senior Accountant

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets.  United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

Ready to be part of the action?

Reporting to the Controller U.S. Region, the Senior Accountant is a highly experienced, critical member of the Finance team, responsible for managing complex accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial records, and providing comprehensive financial reporting and analysis.

Financial Reporting & General Ledger Oversight

• Month-End Close: Own the end-to-end monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

• Journal Entries: Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries, including accruals, prepaid amortization, depreciation, and payroll allocations.

• Reconciliation: Perform and review detailed Balance Sheet reconciliations for all major accounts, including bank accounts, fixed assets, intercompany accounts, and liability balances.

• Financial Statements: Prepare and analyze the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) for management review.

Compliance, Audit, and Control

• Technical Accounting: Research complex or non-routine accounting issues (e.g., revenue recognition, lease accounting) and prepare formal technical accounting memos to document conclusions.

• Audit Management: Serve as a key liaison for external auditors, preparing comprehensive audit workpapers, schedules, and documentation to facilitate efficient annual audits.

• Internal Controls: Maintain and evaluate internal controls over financial reporting (e.g., SOX compliance), recommending and implementing improvements to strengthen the control environment.

Financial Analysis and Projects

• Variance Analysis: Conduct in-depth variance analysis of actual results versus budget/forecast and prior periods, providing clear and concise explanations to leadership.

• Budget Support: Assist the Finance Business Partner Team and Controller in the preparation of the annual operating budget and monthly/quarterly financial forecasts.

• Process Improvement: Proactively identify, design, and implement process efficiencies within the accounting function, leveraging technology and automation where possible.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for financial inquiries from other departments (e.g., Sales, Operations).

Must Have(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3 to 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas).

• Expert knowledge of US GAAP and full-cycle accounting.

• Superior analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Highly desirable(s)

• CPA or CMA

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate financial data for non-finance staff.

• Proficiency in Google Suite, especially Google Sheet (creating, formatting, and managing spreadsheets).

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with Workday ERP

• Knowledge of IFRS

This role is hybrid (2-3 days in the office/week) - based in New York City, NY.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000/yr

Please note that the Salary Range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. 

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.