Job Description
Job description
Job Description
What we need:
Cetera Financial Groupis currently searching for a talented and passionate Senior Accountant to join our team. The Senior Accountant will report to an Accounting Manager and will be a key player in the Shared Services accounting group. The position will be responsible for supporting various aspects of the monthly close including recording month end journal entries and variance analysis. The Senior Accountant will assist in implementing process improvements to help the team streamline and enhance efficiencies, promote the analysis and communication of results, and provide proactive customer service to business partners. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who collaborates well with team members.
Specific Responsibilities Include
• Participate in monthly closing process of the non-broker dealer operating, including preparation of assigned journal entries, to include investments, prepaids, accruals, expense allocations, eliminations, and recording cash.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Perform variance analysis for assigned accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and address any reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of accounting procedures and processes.
• Prepare necessary documentation and schedules for the audit.
• Continuously work to enhance the internal control framework. Ensure timely execution of controls.
• Collaborate with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to provide accurate and timely financial data.
• Partner with various departments to gather and provide necessary financial information.
• Performing other accounting duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or related fields with solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to manage concurrent projects, adapt to change, and collaborate effectively across business functions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong technical, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of taking initiative to resolve issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Technology savvy with intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with Oracle and Blackline (or similar systems) preferred.
• Experience in public accounting and financial services preferred.
• CPA license a plus, but not required.
About Us
What we give you in return:
Benefits
Not many teams can say that they support people’s dreams coming to life… We happen to do that every day. And as important as we know your career is, we recognize that there’s a whole lot more to life. To ensure that our Employees can make the most of their time outside of working hours, we offer a competitive salary and for full-time roles, a benefits package including:
• Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship
• Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are
• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, 1 paid wellness day and 1 days of paid volunteer time off (VTO) to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities
• 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years
• Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more
About Cetera Financial Group
Cetera Financial Group ® ("Cetera") is a leading network of independent retail broker-dealers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is an independent financial advisor network and a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions.
Through its multiple distinct firms, Cetera offers independent and institutions-based advisors the benefits of a large, established broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, while serving advisors and institutions in a way that is customized to their needs and aspirations. Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award-winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker-dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support and innovative technology.
" Cetera Financial Group " refers to the network of retail independent broker-dealers encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors , Cetera Advisor Networks , Cetera Financial Institutions, Cetera Financial Specialists , and First Allied Securities .
Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at the Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ****** orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law.
Agencies please note : this recruitment assignment is being managed directly by Cetera’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Your respect for this process is appreciated.
Please review our Workforce Privacy Policy for further details on what information we collect and the purposes for collection.
Job Description
What we need:
Cetera Financial Groupis currently searching for a talented and passionate Senior Accountant to join our team. The Senior Accountant will report to an Accounting Manager and will be a key player in the Shared Services accounting group. The position will be responsible for supporting various aspects of the monthly close including recording month end journal entries and variance analysis. The Senior Accountant will assist in implementing process improvements to help the team streamline and enhance efficiencies, promote the analysis and communication of results, and provide proactive customer service to business partners. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who collaborates well with team members.
Specific Responsibilities Include
• Participate in monthly closing process of the non-broker dealer operating, including preparation of assigned journal entries, to include investments, prepaids, accruals, expense allocations, eliminations, and recording cash.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Perform variance analysis for assigned accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and address any reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of accounting procedures and processes.
• Prepare necessary documentation and schedules for the audit.
• Continuously work to enhance the internal control framework. Ensure timely execution of controls.
• Collaborate with the Financial Planning & Analysis team to provide accurate and timely financial data.
• Partner with various departments to gather and provide necessary financial information.
• Performing other accounting duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
• BA/BS degree in Accounting or related fields with solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to manage concurrent projects, adapt to change, and collaborate effectively across business functions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong technical, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of taking initiative to resolve issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Technology savvy with intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with Oracle and Blackline (or similar systems) preferred.
• Experience in public accounting and financial services preferred.
• CPA license a plus, but not required.
About Us
What we give you in return:
Benefits
Not many teams can say that they support people’s dreams coming to life… We happen to do that every day. And as important as we know your career is, we recognize that there’s a whole lot more to life. To ensure that our Employees can make the most of their time outside of working hours, we offer a competitive salary and for full-time roles, a benefits package including:
• Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship
• Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are
• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, 1 paid wellness day and 1 days of paid volunteer time off (VTO) to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities
• 401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years
• Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more
About Cetera Financial Group
Cetera Financial Group ® ("Cetera") is a leading network of independent retail broker-dealers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is an independent financial advisor network and a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions.
Through its multiple distinct firms, Cetera offers independent and institutions-based advisors the benefits of a large, established broker-dealer and registered investment adviser, while serving advisors and institutions in a way that is customized to their needs and aspirations. Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award-winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker-dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support and innovative technology.
" Cetera Financial Group " refers to the network of retail independent broker-dealers encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors , Cetera Advisor Networks , Cetera Financial Institutions, Cetera Financial Specialists , and First Allied Securities .
Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at the Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ****** orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law.
Agencies please note : this recruitment assignment is being managed directly by Cetera’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Your respect for this process is appreciated.
Please review our Workforce Privacy Policy for further details on what information we collect and the purposes for collection.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in El Segundo offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
