Accounting Manager

LPL Financial; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Accounting Manager in Arlington, VA, responsible for overseeing debt, equity, and acquisition accounting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial reporting and strong leadership skills in a team-oriented environment. Join a collaborative culture that empowers career growth and innovation.

Benefits

401K matching

Health benefits

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience, with leadership capabilities.
• Strong understanding of internal controls.
• Experience in debt and equity accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting for debt, equity, and acquisitions.
• Oversee financial statements and month-end reporting.
• Provide leadership to senior and staff accountants.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Excel

Oracle Financials

Hyperion

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What if you could 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. What if you could 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 Accounting Manager, Controllership will be a key leader in the Controllership group and report to the AVP of Financial Reporting. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing debt and equity related accounting and related reporting, legal entity internal reporting, as well as the accounting for acquisitions. The Accounting Manager will also be a key player in developing process improvements of our internal reporting and financial statements allowing the team to shift its focus to analyzing and communicating results as well as providing proactive customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly accounting of the Company’s debt, equity, and acquisitions along with the related reporting deliverables, review and approval of journal entries, account reconciliations and other review activities.
• Identify areas of improvement to derive enhanced methods for explaining business drivers, for accelerating close timing for improving close accuracy, and for enhancing controls over financial reporting.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring direction to Senior and/or Staff Accountants.
• Manage the financial statements and month end reporting for standalone legal entities.
• Subject matter expert of the Company’s debt, equity, and acquisition accounting
• Oversight of appropriate accounting procedures and control descriptions for those activities within the scope of the Controllership team.
• Support key initiatives within the group.
• Be an effective leader by helping to prioritize the G&A expense team’s work to align with department and company goals and work to positively impact employee engagement.
• Support regulatory requirements, which include SOX testing and reviewing audit schedules, reconciliations, etc. before providing to both internal and external audit on monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• 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:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or related fields.
• 7+ years of professional experience, with 2 to 3 years progressive experience leading teams.
• Strong understanding of internal controls.
• CPA license
  
  
  

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate an ability to manage multiple projects and activities and adapt to change.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and work in team-oriented environment.
• Excellent computer skills including intermediate Excel skills.
  
  
  

Preferences:

• Ability to effectively collaborate well across multiple business functions.
• Experience in public accounting and broker/dealers is preferred.
• Experience in debt and equity accounting
• Experience with acquisitions and related accounting
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task are essential.
• Experience with Oracle Financials and Excel Spreadsheet Server is a plus.
• Experience with Hyperion is a plus.
• Experience working with auto-reconciliation tools, i.e. Trintech is a plus.
• Master’s degree is a plus
  
  
  

Pay Range:

$77,625-$129,375/year

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. Learn more about our leadership team here!
• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!
• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!
• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!
• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!
• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!
• 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. Learn more here!
  
  
  

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 [phone].

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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