Accounting Operations Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers. 

Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, Belfast, and Manila. 

If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you. 

AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

• 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

• 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

• 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Accounting Operations Analyst offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation and efficiency in accounting processes, perform month-end close responsibilities, and analyze and report financial details. They will be expected to assist in accounting transactions and implement an automation strategy to optimize accounting processes, reduce manual work and minimize errors. The Accounting Operations Analyst must be a critical thinker, analytical, energetic and possess a strong attention to detail. This role interacts with several Apex teams, including Billing, Regulatory Reporting, Treasury, Client Service, Operations, Compliance and Technology. The ideal candidate is expected to independently solve complex problems on behalf of themselves and other team members, help recommend and implement ideas that improve the overall group performance, train other team members, and perform review of internal control processes.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for automating repetitive tasks, such as data entry, reconciliation, and report generation. Develop and implement workflow automation solutions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in financial reporting, audit, and compliance.

• Develop and manage data integration processes to ensure seamless data flow across accounting systems, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.

• Implement and oversee quality control measures to ensure that automated processes produce accurate and reliable financial data.

• Train accounting team members on the use of automation tools, ensuring that the team is proficient in using these technologies.

• Build and maintain comprehensive documentation of automation solutions, processes, internal control and configurations.

• Extracting data from various sources, transforming it into a structured for suitable format, and loading it into a target database or warehouse.  

• Automating daily tasks using the ETL Tools.  

• Manage external APIs & Flat File that connect to our internal and external finance tools. 

• Assist with the implementation of integrations between critical technology solutions into our Accounting/Finance offering. 

• Collaborate with team members and leadership, implementing significant support processes, procedures, and documentation. 

• Identify opportunities for business enablement through intelligent use of technology. 

• Deploy custom technology to interconnect data throughout the finance department. 

• Evaluate and recommending new software platforms and services. 

• Assist as needed in accounting functions encompassing monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger closing and reporting processes.

Education and/or Experience

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

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related operational roles.

• 1+ years of development experience in the following programming languages: Python, HTML

• Experience with SQL and No-SQL databases  

• Experience with ETL Framework  

• Experience utilizing APIs & Flat Files to integrate custom solutions from SaaS offerings. 

• Experience with ticketing platforms 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in M365 (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

• Knowledge of design, development, and data linkages inside RDBMS and file data stores for MS SQL Server databases (CSV, XML, JSON, etc.) 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate constructively within the department and the firm

• Excellent attention to detail, an exceptionally high degree of initiative and adaptability, and the ability to multi-task

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Ability to work with numerous and conflicting deadlines

• Ability to perform many complex and confidential tasks with speed and accuracy

• Ability to exercise independent judgment

• Strong analytical skills to solve complex problems

Other Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Netsuite or similar GL systems. 

• Experience with Automation tools such as Skyvia, Celigo and Alteryx etc. or willingness to learn

• Experience in the financial institution sector

Work Environment

• This job operates in a hybrid, office environment.

• The job may require overtime.

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​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including a market-leading salary with an annual bonus, 20 days of vacation leave plus regular and special non-working holidays, and a training and development budget. Our benefits also cover private health insurance for medical and dental, as well as life insurance. We emphasize work-life balance with flexible working hours, parental leave, a modern city center office, and a hybrid work schedule that allows for greater flexibility by partially working from home. Additional perks include monthly team lunch-outs, unlimited drinks and snacks, and company recognition & rewards.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.