ABOUT THE COMPANY
SCB is a global low carbon commodity firm whose mission is to promote the adoption of a
low carbon future. As market professionals, we promote low carbon alternatives by reducing
the frictional cost of low carbon practices. Working with our clients and partners, we create
markets, develop hedging tools and provide price transparency. SCB is a Certified B Corp.
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THE POSITION
The primary area of responsibility will be
• Process month end closing, including the reconciliation of general ledger accounts,
for two separate operating companies and one holding entity
• Manage monthly payroll for Chicago and Puerto Rico offices, including the
administration of transit benefits, health care deductions and 401k submissions
• Provide direct oversight to local accounting team, ensuring all AR/AP invoices are
properly entered
• Responsible for ensuring vendor payments are processed in accordance with
company policies
• Coordinate all auditor and tax accountant inquiries and requests for timely completion
of financial statements and tax filings
• Ensure that all accounting processes and procedures are performed in compliance
with US GAAP and other regulatory bodies, such as the National Futures Association
and U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission
• Perform annual regulatory filings in accordance with the National Futures Association
guidelines
Secondary areas include not limited to:
• Responsible for the management of the Chicago office, including health care
administration and renewals, compliance with labor laws, and maintaining landlord
relationships
• Assist with planning and organizing company events
• Annual preparation of 1099s and Informative Returns
• Work with associates across all divisions, departments locations to answer questions
or research issues

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and competencies:
• Solid understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP),
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) a plus
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and consolidated reporting a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in recording of journal entries, auditing and reconciliation of accounts
• Strong organizational, time management and working under pressure skills
• Results-oriented with personal accountability
• Excellent attention to detail, quality and control
• A self-starter, able to work on own initiative with a willingness to take responsibility
• Capable of delivering information in an efficient manner

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field of study
• 5 years of multifaceted accounting experience
• CPA a plus
• Both public and corporate accounting experience preferred
SCB provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or
genetics.