Retirement Plan Trust Accountant

Job Description

Retirement Plan Trust Accountant | Cetera Financial Group

The Tone:
This is a hybrid, full-time role at Cetera Financial Group, requiring regular in-person attendance in Dallas, TX, or Des Moines, IA. Cetera is a prominent network of independent retail broker-dealers and registered investment advisers, dedicated to empowering objective financial advice for individuals, families, and company retirement plans nationwide. This Retirement Plan Trust Accountant position is fundamental to supporting Cetera Retirement Plan Specialists, ensuring client retirement plan accounts maintain accuracy and compliance with all regulations. The role directly contributes to the financial well-being of clients by meticulously managing their retirement plan data. Success in this role is distinctly measured by the accurate and timely completion of reconciliations and reporting, the clear and precise communication of any identified findings, and the consistent delivery of responsive, professional client service.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Dallas, TX & Des Moines, IA
• Pay: $51000–$81000 yearly
• Team: Supports Cetera Retirement Plan Specialists
• Mission: Ensure client retirement plan accounts are accurate and compliant through timely reconciliations and reporting.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reconcile: Meticulously reconcile client retirement plans to maintain precise and accurate plan records for compliance and operational integrity.
• Verify: Thoroughly verify that all deposits made to and withdrawals taken from client plans are qualified according to established guidelines and regulations.
• Communicate: Proactively notify Cetera consultants of any compliance findings or discrepancies identified during the review of client plan activity, facilitating timely resolution.
• Report: Prepare necessary reporting and strategically manage work priorities to ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and within designated timelines.
• Support: Actively support accounts receivable activities for the department, including the precise distribution invoicing and the preparation of accurate journal entries for revenue share allocation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; candidates should possess prior experience working in a clerical accounting capacity. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specified requirements.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a clerical accounting role is required. Essential experience includes practical proficiency with Excel and a demonstrated ability to perform complex financial reconciliations accurately.
• Skills: Core skills include strong attention to detail, effective problem-solving capabilities, clear written and verbal communication, and excellent client service skills focused on prompt problem resolution, responsiveness, and professionalism.
• Bonus: Candidates will benefit from intermediate to advanced knowledge of the broader Microsoft Office Suite. Additional valuable attributes include the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and the capability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently.