Retirement Plan Trust Accountant

The Retirement Plan Trust Accountant supports Cetera Retirement Plan Specialists by helping keep client retirement plan accounts accurate and compliant. The role reconciles client plans, verifies that deposits and withdrawals are qualified, and notifies consultants when compliance findings are identified. It also supports accounts receivable activities, including distribution invoicing and journal entries for revenue share. Success in this role is measured by accurate, timely reconciliations and reporting, clear communication of findings, and responsive, professional client service. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• Reconcile client retirement plans to support accurate plan records. 
• Verify that deposits to and withdrawals from client plans are qualified. 
• Notify consultants of any compliance findings identified in client plan activity. 
• Prepare reporting and manage work priorities to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time. 
• Support accounts receivable activities, including distribution invoicing. 
• Prepare journal entries for revenue share. 

Experience & Qualifications 

Required Education: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

Required Experience: 

• 1–3 years of experience in a clerical accounting capacity. 
• Excel experience is required. 
• Ability to perform reconciliations.  

OR equivalent combination of experience and education in lieu of above. 

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; strong attention to detail; problem-solving skills; clear written and verbal communication; client service skills, including prompt problem resolution, responsiveness, and professionalism; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines at the same time. 

Other Requirements 

• This role is ​hybrid and requires regular, in‑person attendance during scheduled workdays in accordance with the Company’s Hybrid Workplace Policy​  

Compensation: 

The base salary range for this role in Dallas, TX & Des Moines, IA  is $51,000- 81,000 plus a competitive performance-based bonus. Base salary depends on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location. Salary range may also differ significantly due to geography and cost of labor considerations.

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