Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business, or equivalent experience required., High level of computer proficiency and comfort with mathematical comprehension., Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential., Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SQL is a plus..

Key responsibilities:

Ensure the integrity of financial data through ongoing account reconciliation and database maintenance.

Research cost basis, performance returns, security pricing, and account valuation.

Provide reporting solutions to assist financial planners in analyzing client account information.

Collaborate with the Portfolio Accounting team on research, analysis, and efficiency standards.

Job description

Description

Portfolio Accounting Specialist (Remote)

At Edelman Financial Engines (EFE), we believe everyone deserves to move their financial life forward!

We know that assets have the power to fund goals. Those numbers represent individual lifetimes filled with hard work and dreams for our clients and generations to follow. Our clients trust us to guide them forward with compassion, integrity, and invention. We uphold that same standard of respect and dedication for clients and colleagues alike.

Founded on the idea that financial education is a fundamental right for everyone, Edelman Financial Engines continues to grow and challenge the status quo. We’re moving forward, together. If our passionate dedication inspires you, we invite you to consider joining our team.

As a Portfolio Specialist on the Portfolio Accounting team, you’ll play a major role in ensuring the completeness of client financial data stored within various account tracking systems. The role supports financial planning teams and internal departments by fielding inquiries, conducting account research, creating training materials, and generating data sets.

If you are someone who enjoys working with and analyzing data and has strong analytical and problem-solving skills - this may be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

Ensure the integrity of financial data through ongoing account reconciliation and database maintenance
Maintain the continuity of data aggregated through custodial relationships and third-party providers
Facilitate the incorporation of account data across coordinated platforms
Research cost basis, performance returns, security pricing, and account valuation
Provide reporting solutions to help financial planners analyze their client account information
Partner closely with Portfolio Accounting team members on research, analysis and development of methods, procedures, and efficiency standards
Build ad-hoc data sets for internal and external partners

Requirements:

Must have high level of computer proficiency and become comfortable with mathematical comprehension. Must be highly analytical, diligent, and detailed
Strong communication and organizational skills required
Position requires high level of responsibility regarding confidential information. Must maintain confidentiality at all times
Understanding of tax reporting and performance calculations/reporting a plus
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience using SQL a plus
A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business, or equivalent confirmed experience required
Experience working in a Portfolio Accounting department a plus

Edelman Financial Engines takes a market-based approach to pay. The expected base salary range for this role nationally is $46,200 - $61,600. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including responsibilities, job-related skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions.

Your recruiter can share more about the specific benefits eligible for this role during the hiring process.

About Edelman Financial Engines

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors – not just the wealthy – deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Today, we are America’s top independent financial planning and investment advisory firm, recognized by Barron's ¹ with 143+ offices across the country and entrusted by 1.3 million clients to manage more than $300 billion in assets ² Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advanced methodology and proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client’s situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high-tech and high touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves.

For more information, please visit EdelmanFinancialEngines.com.

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¹ The Barron’s 2024 Top 100 RIA Firms list, a nine-year annual ranking of independent advisory firms, is based on qualitative and quantitative factors. Firms elect to participate but do not pay to be included in the ranking. The 2024 ranking refers to Edelman Financial Engines as the top mega RIA.

² Edelman Financial Engines data, as of September 30, 2024.

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