Allen Keith, Cpa
About Allen Keith, Cpa
Allen Keith is a CPA and Controller at Old Mission Capital LLC, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, having held various roles at notable firms including NYSE, Jump Trading LLC, and KCG Holdings, Inc.
Work at Old Mission Capital LLC
Allen Keith has served as the Controller at Old Mission Capital LLC since 2018. In this role, he has been instrumental in several key initiatives, including the implementation of a process that enables daily profit and loss reporting by trading desk. He transitioned the accounts payable process from a third-party provider to an in-house system, enhancing operational efficiency. Additionally, he collaborated with developers to create a normalized SQL table for storing clearing firm data. Allen also played a significant role in updating the accounting system to Sage Intacct and is responsible for the preparation of the quarterly VAT return for the European entity.
Previous Experience at NYSE
Before joining Old Mission Capital LLC, Allen Keith worked at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis from 2000 to 2008. During his eight years in this role, he was based in Chicago and contributed to the financial planning and analysis functions of the organization.
Career at KCG Holdings, Inc.
Allen Keith was employed at KCG Holdings, Inc. as the Assistant Controller from 2008 to 2014. His six-year tenure in this position involved overseeing financial reporting and contributing to the overall financial management of the firm while based in Chicago.
Education and Qualifications
Allen Keith studied at The Ohio State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance from 1988 to 1993. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various financial roles.
Experience at KPMG US
Allen Keith worked at KPMG US as an Audit Manager from 1993 to 1999. In this role, he was involved in auditing various clients and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. His experience at KPMG contributed to his expertise in financial analysis and reporting.