Accounting Specialist

NFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the right thing; empower each other; and support our community. Envision your career in a place where performing critical regulatory work within the financial industry is as significant as the passionate and talented individuals with whom you work.

When you join NFA as an Accounting Specialist in our Treasurer's Office, you'll join a high-performing team of dedicated professionals responsible for keeping the Treasurer's Office accountable to its vendors.

Bring your passion for problem solving. Bring your technical know-how and attention to detail.

Beginning your first day and throughout your career, you'll utilize your critical thinking, decision-making and technical skills to support our important regulatory mission.

What you'll do:

As an Accounting Specialist, you'll contribute to NFA's important regulatory mission by:

• Processing, verifying and recording daily cash receipts, write-offs and adjustments.
• Creating invoices for Member firms and customers.
• Coordinating refunds of dues/fees for Members, as needed.
• Recording, coding and routing vendor invoices for payment.
• Reconciling invoices to align with associated purchase orders.
• Resolving inquiries related to Member firms, vendors, and NFA staff while maintaining strong relationships and providing excellent customer service.
• Performing all tasks while complying with internal controls and policies.
• Assisting with month-end close and additional accounting operations, as needed.

What we're looking for:

Diligent, detail-oriented individuals thrive in this role. If you're eager to apply your abilities to serve a public good—supporting the integrity of the derivatives markets—and meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply to join our Treasurer's Office as an Accounting Specialist.

• A minimum of two years experience with cash receipts, invoice processing and coding required
• Bachelor's degree in business or accounting preferred
• Baseline knowledge of accounting principles and systems
• A willingness to work in the office three days a week
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to successfully navigate conversations with Member firms, vendors and staff
• Capable of handling high volumes of activity timely and accurately
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Salary range: $50,600 - $84,300 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.