Futures Control Analyst (12-month contract)

Job Description What is the opportunity? Futures Control Analyst (12-month contract position) The Analyst will fill a key role within the Financial Control Team. The position will support various aspects of accounting and regulatory reporting for the Futures Division. This position requires an accounting degree combined with strong analytical skills.

The candidate will need to possess strong problem-solving skills, organizational skills, attention to detail and must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This position will support various aspects of the financial accounting cycle including, but not limited to, daily regulatory reporting, working with regulators and examiners throughout the Futures Commission Merchants (FCM) various audits and exams. Provides management with financial information by researching and analyzing accounts and preparing financial information.

Must be able to work well with deadlines (daily regulatory submissions are required by noon) What will you do? Assist with regulatory reporting: Support the preparation and submission of daily and bi-weekly reports to the firm’s DSRO (CME Group, Inc.), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Support financial recording: Help prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing financial information under supervision. Contribute to financial reporting: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting of the FCM’s Balance Sheet, following the Standard of Documentation Process (SOD).

Learn general ledger processes: Participate in month-end reporting tasks, including accruals and journal entries, with guidance from senior team members. Assist with capital charge calculations: Support the compilation and calculation of applicable Capital Charges for the FCM.

Coordinate intergroup reconciliations: Work with global teams to identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring effective communication throughout the process. Monitor FCM business metrics: Help track daily metrics and escalate issues promptly as needed. Support team projects: Provide assistance on team initiatives and tasks as assigned.

Develop job knowledge: Participate in training and educational opportunities to grow skills and stay updated on industry practices. Assist with procedural updates: Help maintain and update procedures under the guidance of senior team members. Support regulatory interactions: Assist in coordinating with regulators and examiners during exams and audits of the FCM. What you need to succeed?

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or accounting. Interest in markets and operations 0-2 years’ experience (entry-level welcome to apply) Futures knowledge not required but is preferred PC Proficient (Excel and Microsoft Word) Highly skilled in use of Excel Spreadsheets Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Strong oral and written communications skills Exceptional organizational skills, (includes time management) Deadline-oriented What’s in it for you? The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 - $100,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

Job Skills Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork Additional Job Details Address: 111 SOUTH WACKER DRIVE, SUITE 3200:CHICAGO City: Chicago Country: United States of America Work hours/week: 40 Employment Type: Full time Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-11-13 Application Deadline: 2026-12-15 Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC.

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