Retirement Plan Trust Accountant
About The Position
The Retirement Plan Trust Accountant supports Cetera Retirement Plan Specialists by helping keep client retirement plan accounts accurate and compliant. The role reconciles client plans, verifies that deposits and withdrawals are qualified, and notifies consultants when compliance findings are identified. It also supports accounts receivable activities, including distribution invoicing and journal entries for revenue share. Success is measured by accurate, timely reconciliations and reporting, clear communication of findings, and responsive, professional client service. This is a hybrid role that requires regular in-person attendance on scheduled workdays in accordance with the Company’s Hybrid Workplace Policy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- 1–3 years of experience in a clerical accounting capacity, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Excel experience.
- Ability to perform reconciliations.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Client service skills, including prompt problem resolution, responsiveness, and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines at the same time.
Responsibilities
- Reconcile client retirement plans to support accurate plan records.
- Verify that deposits to and withdrawals from client plans are qualified.
- Notify consultants of compliance findings identified in client plan activity.
- Prepare reporting and manage work priorities to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
- Support accounts receivable activities, including distribution invoicing.
- Prepare journal entries for revenue share.
Benefits
- Inclusive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
- Mental health benefits.
- 20+ days of paid time off, paid holidays, and two paid wellness days.
- 401(k) savings plan with a company contribution of up to 5%.
- Access to a financial professional.
- Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and fostering.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- LifeLock identity theft protection.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid caregiver leave.
- Other voluntary benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
