Financial Regulatory Analyst

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

Job Description:

The Financial Regulatory Analyst will be key in protecting client assets and ensuring regulatory capital compliance for IBSJ. In time, and with the training to be provided as part of the role, the analyst will become a key day-to-day contact for client protection and capital compliance. Additionally, the holder of this role will undertake ad-hoc financial analysis of the business, support a wide range of new business initiatives as the business grows, and interface with internal groups such as accounting, treasury, clearing and programming. Depending on the incumbent's capacity, clearing operation training can also be provided to this position, so he can cover this other department if necessary.

The position offers an opportunity for significant growth. It will suit an intellectually curious person keen to learn about regulatory work at an international and technologically advanced broker. Extensive on-the-job training will be provided.

This position will require a highly organized, analytical thinker who is persistent and resourceful in getting to the right answer. Candidates with intellectual curiosity and attention to detail will thrive in this role. The ability to streamline and automate manual processes will be highly valued. This role does not require travel.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of client money reconciliation and capital computations.

• Monthly regulatory return preparation.

• Support local regulatory & financial audits and regulatory exams.

• Research the regulatory impact of new business initiatives.

• Developing, enhancing and documenting regulatory control procedures.

• Creating functional business requirements for enhancements to existing regulatory and operational systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, mathematics or sciences.

• More than 4 years of working experience in Finance/ Accounting

• Native Japanese speaker/ reader (ability to read Japanese laws/ acts/ regulations in Japanese).

• Effective verbal and written communication in English.

• Prior experience with financial regulatory reporting is a strong plus.

• Knowledgeable in Japanese local GAAP.

Other Specific Skills & Knowledge:

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, emphasizing accuracy and timeliness.

• High degree of comfort and proficiency with computerized systems.

• Must be well organized, a self-starter and have a strong work ethic.

• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

• Experience in handling tax returns is a plus.

• Experience with Oracle Financials is a plus.

• Good understanding of technology and automation.

• Ability to work co-operatively with multiple teams.

Company Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant

• Social Security / Insurance benefits

• Competitive package of Annual Leave

• Daily lunch ordered in-house with a fully stocked kitchen

• Modern offices with excellent access to the metro

• Great work-life balance

• Unique opportunity to gain exposure to global financial products, markets and clientele

• Opportunities for career progression and job scope expansion in a global company with a growing local presence

• Hybrid work arrangement role permitting