Associate Accountant

Associate Accountant

Build a career where ambition meets innovation. At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with confidence. Have access to cutting-edge resources, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to make an impact. If you're ready to take the next step, discover what's possible with LPL Financial.

Job Overview

The Associate Accountant will be a key player in the Controllership group and report to the Accounting Manager of the Financial Reporting team. The Associate Accountant will be responsible for accounting support and analysis for corporate expenses of LPL Investment Holdings and its subsidiaries. The Associate Accountant will assist in preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, month end analysis, and ad hoc requests.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly accounting close process, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and flux analysis.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support financial statement for actual, plan and reforecast information.
• Support quarterly and year-end financial reporting and audit deliverables.
• Identify and participate in the execution of key Sox Controls.
• Manage processes and controls related to G&A expenses.
• Ad hoc requests as determined by management.

What Are We Looking For?

We're looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements

• 1+ years of professional experiences.
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or related fields.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and activities and adapt to change.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of internal controls.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to effectively collaborate well across business functions.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task are essential.
• Demonstrated work ethic and proven track record of results.
• Excellent computer skills including intermediate Excel proficiency.

Preferences

• Experience with Oracle Financials is a plus.
• Experience with Hyperion is a plus.
• Experience in public accounting and broker/dealers strongly preferred.
• Experience working with auto-reconciliation tools, i.e. Trintech is a plus.

Pay Range

$22.79-$37.98/hour Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

Company Overview

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation's leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team.
• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential.
• Unified Mission: We are one team on one missiontaking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients.
• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact.
• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same.
• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home.

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life's aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews: LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant's bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL's Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.