Accounting Assistant

For more than 20 years, Priority Financial Group (PFG) has assisted financial institutions and independent financial advisors alike, in building and elevating their investment and insurance business. PFG offers a hybrid RIA model, which is unique in the financial institution space. Personalized service from a nationally recognized team is paired with robust strategic partners that include Securities America (Broker-dealer), Charles Schwab & TD Ameritrade (Advisory), Orion (Innovative technology tools), and Salesforce (CRM).

Clients, whether financial institutions or independent financial advisors, who partner with PFG will receive best-in-class investment service coupled with exceptional support and solutions that are both client and advisor-friendly. PFG provides:

• Compliance Management and Supervision (OSJ): Complete OSJ services which include ongoing compliance training as well as risk mitigation oversight of financial advisors
• Sales and Business Development: Annual business planning and goal setting, along with an integrated custom marketing calendar to help advisors reach their goals and potential
• Financial Institution Staff Training: Ongoing conference series for advisor education and best practice sharing
• Advisor Training and Practice Management: Behavioral Financial Advice certification and Next Phase sales training through Securities America
• Turn-Key Program Management: Includes a nationally recognized team of industry experts

The professional team at Priority Financial Group is focused on helping quality advisors deliver quality advice through a program designed and built with choices and flexibility to help achieve success.

Role and Responsibilities:

Priority Financial Group (PFG) is looking for a focused and driven professional to join our growing team as an Accounting Assistant. As a growing Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) firm, the ideal candidate will possess experience in the wealth management and investment advisory industry. Reporting to the Finance & Accounting Manager, the successful candidate will serve as a valuable member of the accounting department, assisting with both clerical and administrative tasks. The Accounting Assistant will take care of basic office tasks that involve reporting, bookkeeping, research and resolution of discrepancies related to any tasks that he or she performs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Accounting:

• Collect and sort invoices and checks
• Data entry of documents the accounting department is responsible for, including checks and invoices, as well as bank and commission statements, and other reports and records
• Process expense reports
• General ledger reconciliations (credit cards and bank statements)
• Tracking of invoices, collection status, and communication with clients to ensure timely accounts receivable posting
• Assist Supervisor with any tasks conducted within the accounting department, or any tasks that require accounting personnel to take part including ad hoc reporting needs
• Support with payroll processing, as directed by Supervisor

Commission & Fee Processing:

• Calculate weekly commissions for advisors
• Send statements to advisors detailing commissions
• Research and resolve commission/payroll discrepancies
• Enter ACH data for 1099 payments
• Serve as backup for Compensation Manager; processing of advisor management fees, commissions and expenses

Qualifications/Education Requirements and Preferred Skills:

• Degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years well-rounded experience in accounting, payroll and/or related field. Experience in Financial Services industry preferred.
• Billing, accounts receivable and bookkeeping
• Ability to problem-solve and perform process analysis with refined attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks – create and update spreadsheets using charts and Excel functions
• Teamwork and collaboration across functional teams
• Time management and organization skills
• Financial services experience preferred
• Ability to pass detailed background and credit check

How to Apply: If you are interested in joining our team and contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional client service, please submit your resume using easy apply on this job post.

Priority Financial Group is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Thank you for considering Priority Financial Group as your next career destination. We look forward to reviewing your application!