https://JOBS.KINECTHQ.COM/ en-us Our client, a leading proprietary trading and financial services organization, is seeking an accomplished Executive Vice President of Finance & Operations to join their executive leadership team. This position oversees all finance, accounting, and operational controls for a self-clearing broker-dealer and affiliated entities. The ideal candidate brings deep industry experience, strategic insight, and strong regulatory knowledge to drive financial and operational excellence.

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Key Responsibilities

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  Partner with the CEO and executive leadership on operational and strategic initiatives.
  
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  Oversee all financial, accounting, and reporting functions in compliance with GAAP, SEC, and FINRA regulations.
  
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  Prepare financial statements, FOCUS reports, Net Capital computations, and related filings.
  
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  Ensure timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
  
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  Manage relationships with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders.
  
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  Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
  
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  Oversee tax planning and compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.
  
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  Monitor emerging SEC and GAAP guidance and recommend strategic adjustments.
  
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  Supervise the firm’s responsibilities under financial responsibility rules of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  

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Qualifications

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  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; advanced degree preferred
  
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  Series 27 license required
  
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  CPA preferred
  
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  10+ years of experience in Finance and/or Operations leadership at a self-clearing broker-dealer
  
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  Expertise in FINRA, SEC, and SIPC reporting and compliance
  
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  Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex financial data
  
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  Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  
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  Experience in Operations, Compliance, Risk Management, Cash Management, or Treasury is a plus
  

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Equal Employment Opportunity
Kinect is an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 PST 0 Our client, a private equity and infrastructure investment firm specializing in North American water management, surface management, powered land, and sustainable infrastructure sectors, is seeking an experienced IT Operations Specialist to support their growing technology environment.

This is a fully onsite position based in Houston, TX, ideal for a hands-on technical professional with strong problem-solving skills, exceptional customer service, and the ability to ensure smooth and secure IT operations in a fast-paced, investment-driven setting.

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Key Responsibilities

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  Provide end-user support for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  
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  Troubleshoot and resolve technical incidents with accuracy and urgency.
  
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  Assist with system and network monitoring, maintenance, and optimization to ensure peak performance.
  
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  Deploy and configure workstations, servers, and other IT infrastructure components.
  
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  Maintain detailed documentation of IT configurations, procedures, and incident resolutions.
  
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  Collaborate with internal teams to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
  
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  Ensure compliance with IT security standards and data protection policies.
  

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Qualifications

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  5+ years of experience in IT operations, technical support, or network administration.
  
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  Strong understanding of Windows and/or Linux environments, network protocols, and enterprise hardware.
  
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  Experience with system deployment, user administration, and troubleshooting tools.
  
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  Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a customer-focused mindset.
  
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  Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  

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Preferred Qualifications

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  CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, or Security+) or equivalent credentials.
  
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  Experience with virtualization, cloud services (AWS, Azure), or enterprise IT systems is a plus.
  

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Working Conditions

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  Onsite 5 days per week at the client’s Houston City Centre office.
  
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  Occasional travel required to the Data Center in Spring, TX.
  
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  Standard business hours with limited after-hours support as needed.
  

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Equal Employment Opportunity
Kinect is an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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