Trust Operations: Account Transfer Specialist

Argent Financial Group; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Argent Financial Group in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Trust Operations Specialist – Account Transfer Desk to join its Operations Department. You will coordinate end-to-end client asset transfers, working with custodians, counterparties, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely execution.

Responsibilities include reviewing transfer requests, validating documentation (ACATS and non-ACATS), monitoring status, and maintaining audit trails.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in the financial services industry, preferably in trust operations, brokerage operations, or a related back-office function.
• College degree in business-related field preferred.
• Basic accounting knowledge, including debits and credits.
• Familiarity with ACATS and account transfer processes (ACATS/non-ACATS).

Responsibilities

• Process incoming and outgoing client account transfer requests in accordance with firm policies, custodian requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinate with custodians, counterparties, internal operations teams, and front office staff to ensure smooth and timely transfer of assets, cash, and account data.
• Review and validate transfer documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission, including ACATS and non-ACATS transfers as applicable.
• Verify trust legal documentation to ensure compliance with the requirements of each account transfer request.
• Monitor and track the status of transfer requests, providing timely and proactive updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve transfer discrepancies or exceptions thoroughly and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and comprehensive audit trails for all transfer activities in accordance with firm record-keeping standards.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of operational excellence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

ACATS/non-ACATS knowledge

MS Office Suite

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

College degree in business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Argent Financial Group in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Trust Operations Specialist – Account Transfer Desk to join its Operations Department. You will coordinate end-to-end client asset transfers, working with custodians, counterparties, and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely execution.

Responsibilities include reviewing transfer requests, validating documentation (ACATS and non-ACATS), monitoring status, and maintaining audit trails.