Specialist, Accounts Payable - Wedbush Securities : Job Details

Job Description Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth. Our Accounting and Finance department is seeking a bright Accounts Payable Accountant. The position is responsible for full-cycle accounts payable, reconciliations, and assisting with month-end process. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare daily profit and loss (P&L) reports for the business unit with accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with month-end close activities, including preparation of balance sheet journal entries
• Prepare monthly cost center allocation entries to ensure accurate expense reporting
• Manage full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review and approvals
• Track, review, and process vendor invoices in accordance with company policies
• Generate and maintain accounts payable reports
• Process travel advances and employee expense reports
• Prepare quarterly other expenses accruals
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies as needed
• Reconcile daily P&L reporting to the month-end results for consistency and accuracy
• Review income statements for assigned business units
• Contribute to internal controls by creating and updating standard operating procedures
• Support ad-hoc reporting requests
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University, preferably in Accounting/Finance or related field
• 1+ years of related experience in Accounting or AP
• Knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Knowledge of Great Plains software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) with strong Excel skills
• Highly organized and able to multi-task and manage multiple projects and competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across various departments and levels of the organization
• Experience in Financial Services, particularly broker/dealer

Job Benefits As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
• Paid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
• FINRA License Sponsorship
• Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs

The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $30.00/hr to $36.00/hr. At Wedbush, decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed. Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.