Accounting Associate - Whittier Trust : Job Details

At Whittier Trust, we aren't just a financial institution, we are trusted partners with a long, rich history of successfully navigating the financial markets to preserve, protect, and enhance our clients' wealth and well-being across generations. As the oldest, privately owned, multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast, we operate with the singular focus of providing holistic, top-tier client service and highly personalized investment solutions to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and their families designed to advance and secure their long-term financial legacies and goals.

With a dedicated team of 240 professionals, we serve a community of more than 600 clients and their families, offering a diverse range of services that span investment management, consulting, fiduciary expertise, philanthropic support, and comprehensive family office services. Entrusted with managing approximately $25 billion in private family assets, we approach each client's unique needs with a consultative mindset, customizing solutions for even the most intricate family financial situations.

What sets Whittier Trust apart is our team. We attract professionals who are driven by a genuine passion for serving our clients. Our organization operates with agility and a deep understanding of the evolving requirements of both modern-day entrepreneurs and legacy family members, even those several generations removed from the wealth creators. Our corporate culture is firmly rooted in client-centricity, fostering collaboration, setting high-performance standards, demanding accountability, nurturing a family-oriented ethos, and ensuring long-term career fulfillment. Our remarkably low employee turnover stands as a testament to our team's unwavering engagement and satisfaction in their careers.

JOB PURPOSE

To support the corporate accounting team by performing routine accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting assistance. The Accounting Associate ensures accurate and timely recordings of financial transactions to help maintain the integrity of the companys financial records and support effective financial decision-making.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Month-end close tasks, including but not limited to:

- Processing various journal entries across four entities

- Setting up calculations for prepaid expense amortization

- Maintaining GL account reconciliations

- Performing bank reconciliations

- Analytical research on discrepancies as needed

- Monitoring and following up on outstanding balances

- Downloading reports, such as bank statements and other internal reports

Supporting monthly and quarterly processes:

- Submitting invoice payments for intercompany accounts

- Processing external wire transfers to vendors

- Processing internal bank transfers for VDI program

Assist with regulatory calculation and reporting, including:

- Quarterly call reports

- Annual state and local business taxes

Assist with external audits, including:

- Preparing schedules and documentation for external audits

- Gathering requested support

- Responding to auditor inquiries

Ad hoc projects as required

DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and GAAP
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive and highly motivated with a strong sense of responsibility
• Professional presence and appearance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS in Accounting
• 1-2 years of accounting experience preferred
• CPA preferred

COMPENSATION

Base salary range

$65,000 - $80,000 annually

Qualifications Skills Preferred WORD

Advanced

PowerPoint

Advanced

Outlook

Advanced

EXCEL

Advanced

Communication

Advanced

Behaviors Preferred Team Player Team Player : Works well as a member of a group Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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Motivations Preferred Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Ability to Make an Impact Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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Education Preferred

Bachelors or better in Accounting.

Experience Licenses & Certifications Preferred

Cert Public Accountant

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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