Accounting Associate

Grand Wealth Management; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Wealth Management in Grand Rapids is seeking an Accounting Associate to handle financial accounting, payroll administration, portfolio accounting, fee processing and related special projects under general supervision.

You will reconcile accounts, prepare internal financial reports, coordinate tax reporting with outside CPA, assist with budgets, and support quarterly and annual reporting to inform firm decisions.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree; economics, accounting or finance preferred.
• CPA credential is a bonus.
• Minimum 2+ years of financial experience in a professional setting.
• Experience with CRM and accounting software.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle financial accounting/bookkeeping tasks, including bank deposits, invoice processing, bill payment, QuickBooks data entry
• Reconcile bank, brokerage and credit accounts
• Prepare financial reports for internal planning, insurance applications, compliance filings, and benchmarking surveys, as requested
• Manage firm cash accounts with custodians and bank
• Assist with quarterly and annual budget/income statements
• Coordinate tax reporting with outside CPA firm
• Complete quarterly and annual reporting as instructed by Director of Finance
• Provide support for annual firm valuation

Skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Communication skills

Time management

Tech-savvy (Excel)

MS Office

Education

BA/BS degree

Economics, accounting, or finance preferred

CPA credential bonus

Tools

CRM

Accounting software

QuickBooks

Job description

Who We Are

: Grand Wealth Management is an independent, fee-only wealth management firm offering

integrated investment management and financial planning services to a select group of personal and

institutional clients. We base our advice on a thorough understanding of our clients and their unique

needs, concerns, hopes and opportunities. Our education and experience, as well as our association

with other best-in-class financial professionals, enable us to match the right advice to our clients' goals.

We use an academic approach to investment management founded on asset allocation, broad

diversification, discipline and structure.

About the role

: The Accounting Associate is responsible for financial accounting, payroll administration, portfolio accounting, fee processing and may also assist with special projects as needed. This position works under general supervision and exercises initiative and independent judgment in the performance of their tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle financial accounting/bookkeeping tasks, including bank deposits, invoice processing, bill payment, QuickBooks data entry
• Reconcile bank, brokerage and credit accounts
• Prepare financial reports for internal planning, insurance applications, compliance filings, and benchmarking surveys, as requested
• Manage firm cash accounts with custodians and bank
• Assist with quarterly and annual budget/income statements
• Coordinate tax reporting with outside CPA firm
• Complete quarterly and annual reporting as instructed by Director of Finance
• Provide support for annual firm valuation

Payroll and Benefits

• Review and process expense reports
• Process payroll and retirement plan contributions, along with incentive comp calculations
• Manage employee and firm reporting data within payroll and retirement plan software
• Ensure ERISA compliance

Fee Processing

• Run quarterly fee analysis out of portfolio reporting software
• Calculate and process prorated fees
• Calculate and process fees for current quarter
• Generate and deliver fee statements, as needed

Portfolio and Data Management

• Track and document portfolio asset flows
• Complete AUM tracking updates for new and existing clients
• Ensure integration of data across various technology applications
• Provide input on workflow development and maintenance
• Update firm scorecard measurables
• Update asset tracking and depreciation schedules

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to work on multiple complex projects and adapt to changing priorities
• Self-starter who can independently plan and organize one’s own activities
• Ability to work well with all levels of internal leadership and staff
• Highly detail-oriented and results-oriented
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both written and oral communications
• Tech-savvy; proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications, including Word and Excel

Experience & Education

• BA/BS degree required, with course work demonstrating analytical ability; economics, accounting, or finance preferred
• Knowledge of basic accounting; CPA® credential a bonus
• Minimum 2+ years of financial experience in a professional setting
• Experience with CRM, accounting software
• Values continued education and technical expertise