Staff Accountant
About The Position
Forum Financial Management, LP is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our back-office team. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, month-end close, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, payroll accounting, and the preparation of accurate financial statements. This individual will be responsible for: Job Responsibilities & Activities General Accounting & Financial Reporting Perform general cost accounting and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries Assist with the month-end close process, including account analysis and reconciliations Accounting Operations (AP, AR & Cash Management) Code and process accounts payable invoices, ensuring expenses are charged to the appropriate accounts Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and collections follow-up Reconcile bank accounts, cash disbursements, and other routine financial accounts Assist with managing the A/P-A/R inbox Payroll Accounting & Audit Support Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates, including new hires, terminations, and pay rate changes Prepare and maintain payroll records, reports, and reconciliations Coordinate with payroll processors on tax rate updates and registrations Follow up on any state payroll tax issues Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and maintaining organized financial records Assist with managing the Payroll inbox Why work for Forum Financial Management? We are a rapidly growing organization with a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous career potential. This role will be critical in driving the future growth of the firm as we are only as successful as a firm as our advisors are individually. Benefits- We offer a full benefits package including health (PPO, HMO, HSA, and FSA), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance. 401k – We offer a 401k plan that includes a company safe harbor contribution at 5%. PTO – Employees start off with 18 days plus 2 floating holidays they can use at any given time. Flexible work schedule -We offer a hybrid working schedule and require our employees to report to the office once a week. (Any day that works best for you). Professional Development- Forum fully supports its employees that want to continue their education. After 1 year of service, Forum will cover the cost of continuing education that is relevant to your current role. Employee Engagement – Employee engagement is very important to Forum, and we believe our employees are our greatest assets, so we strive to host quarterly cultural building activities, monthly office luncheons, and other activities to increase productivity within the company. Forum Financial Management, LP believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against nor favor any applicant because of race, sex, color, disability, national origin, gender identity/expression, actual or perceived.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
- Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
- Proficient with Excel
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience supporting accounting or back-office operations for an RIA or Broker-Dealer
Responsibilities
- Perform general cost accounting and maintain the general ledger, including journal entries
- Assist with the month-end close process, including account analysis and reconciliations
- Code and process accounts payable invoices, ensuring expenses are charged to the appropriate accounts
- Manage accounts receivable activities, including invoicing and collections follow-up
- Reconcile bank accounts, cash disbursements, and other routine financial accounts
- Assist with managing the A/P-A/R inbox
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates, including new hires, terminations, and pay rate changes
- Prepare and maintain payroll records, reports, and reconciliations
- Coordinate with payroll processors on tax rate updates and registrations
- Follow up on any state payroll tax issues
- Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and maintaining organized financial records
- Assist with managing the Payroll inbox
Benefits
- full benefits package including health (PPO, HMO, HSA, and FSA), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- 401k plan that includes a company safe harbor contribution at 5%
- Employees start off with 18 days plus 2 floating holidays they can use at any given time.
- hybrid working schedule and require our employees to report to the office once a week. (Any day that works best for you).
- Forum fully supports its employees that want to continue their education. After 1 year of service, Forum will cover the cost of continuing education that is relevant to your current role.
- Employee engagement is very important to Forum, and we believe our employees are our greatest assets, so we strive to host quarterly cultural building activities, monthly office luncheons, and other activities to increase productivity within the company.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
