Staff Accountant

About Us

Headquartered in Chicago, Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC is an investment bank that combines Wall Street scale with the agility of an independent, employee‑owned firm. We help financial institutions uncover overlooked opportunities, navigate complexity, and make decisions grounded in insight—not impulse. Our work is focused on long‑term impact and relationships built on what matters most: trust and enduring performance.

Performance Trust is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our internal finance and accounting team. We are targeting candidates with demonstrated knowledge of accounting fundamentals, strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. This is an opportunity to work on a variety of projects relating to finance and operations in addition to monthly close responsibilities. This role is based in Chicago follows a hybrid work schedule (Tuesday‑Thursday in office).

• Ensure proper internal accounting procedures and processes are executed in a timely manner to support the creation of financial and business line managerial reports.
• Assist in the preparation of journal entries by compiling, analyzing, and substantiating financial transactions
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations monthly within the close timeline
• Research, track, and resolve accounting problems
• Assist in month end, quarter end and annual close processes and reporting
• Prepare PBC’s for annual audit
• Act as support/back up for accounts receivable/payable functions
• Respond to financial queries from FP&A and other departments

• Minimum 1‑3 years of bond or fixed‑income accounting experience, or related
• Financial services experience preferred, not required
• Progress towards CPA highly encouraged, not required
• Ability to perform detailed‑oriented work, manage multiple competing priorities, problem solve, think critically and work independently
• Candidates must be eligible to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (administered through a national carrier such as Blue Cross Blue Shields)
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Pre‑Tax Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent Care) (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vacation/Personal Days + Holidays
• PT Retirement
• Mission‑Driven Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Voluntary Life Insurance + Long‑Term Disability Insurance

• Discounted Fitness Memberships (Free membership for Chicago office)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits – Transit & Parking
• Mental Health support through company provided Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs (PT Rewards and Annual Awards)

The base salary range for this position is $65,. This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand. This position is also eligible for a bonus component that would be dependent on pre‑defined performance factors.

All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts.