Staff Accountant @ WorldQuant

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.

The Role: The Finance organization is responsible for the management and control environment for WorldQuant on a global basis. The team works closely with managers, local accounting groups and advisors/consulting firms for affiliated offices around the world. Staff members are expected to act as financial managers for their assigned offices/countries by assisting in strategic planning and providing financial analysis.

We are seeking for an innovative staff accountant to join our finance team, initially focused on the company’s operations in China. The accountant is expected to be able to handle work independently, perform a self-review, and reach out to the line manager as needed. The manager is responsible for reviewing, training and developing their team with a constant feedback loop, so you can expect regular check-ins and an opportunity to grow.

Review and ensure appropriate approvals for all financial transactions
Participate in monthly and annual close processes for multiple corporate entities
Reconcile monthly bank statements and monitor cash flow
Analyze the monthly intercompany balances and ensure the timely movement of funds between entities
Review account reconciliations and provide analysis of results/variances
Prepare monthly expense forecasts and annual budget
Guide local accountants by coordinating activities and answering questions
Prepare global cash flow forecasts
Assist in ad-hoc projects and analytical work
Flexibility on work-hours may be required in order to interact with staff in China

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Advanced Excel skills are required and will be evaluated as part of the interview process
4+ years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Workday general ledger and human resource systems is a plus
Able to lead multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent oral and written English and Mandarin Chinese skills required

Our Benefits:

Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, full paid parental leave, generous PTO with unlimited sick days
Perks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities etc., healthy snacks, casual dress code
Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site
Employee resource groups

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