<p>We are looking for a motivated entry-level Associate to join a fee-based wealth management practice in South Charlotte. This role involves supporting a senior financial advisor by assisting with investment-related tasks, paraplanning, and maintaining client accounts. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the seamless execution of client strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct routine monthly trading and portfolio rebalancing in compliance with regulatory guidelines.</p><p>• Analyze and research investment funds to identify issues such as allocation drift, excess cash, or underperforming assets.</p><p>• Assist in financial planning and modeling by using specialized planning software.</p><p>• Perform account audits, beneficiary reviews, and prepare tax-related documentation during tax season.</p><p>• Coordinate the annual client maintenance and marketing calendar, including newsletters and event planning.</p><p>• Provide backup support for account administration tasks when needed.</p>
<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are partnering with a <strong>boutique, fee‑based financial advisory practice</strong> that manages just under <strong>$100M in client assets</strong> across approximately <strong>110 households</strong>. The firm takes a highly personalized, education‑driven approach to financial planning and investment management, serving a client base that includes <strong>government employees, healthcare professionals, and public‑sector workers</strong> — groups often underserved by traditional advisory models.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their financial services career who is <strong>eager to learn, deeply values compliance and ethics, and wants hands‑on exposure to portfolio management and planning</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>The Role</p><p>The <strong>Junior Associate / Paraplanner</strong> will directly support a highly experienced Senior Financial Advisor by assisting with the <strong>investment and portfolio management function</strong>, research, client preparation, and operational follow‑through. This position is designed to grow over time, including <strong>firm sponsorship for FINRA licensing (Series 6 or Series 7)</strong> once foundational competencies are demonstrated.</p><p>This is <strong>not a sales role</strong> — it is analytical, compliance‑focused, and client‑centric.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Investment & Portfolio Support</p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>routine trading and portfolio rebalancing</strong> in accordance with established asset allocation models</li><li>Research mutual funds and investment options using advisor‑defined criteria</li><li>Evaluate portfolios for:</li><li>Allocation drift</li><li>Excess cash positions</li><li>Investments no longer meeting quality standards</li><li>Flag potential issues and consult with the Senior Advisor when something appears “off”</li></ul><p>Financial Planning & Analysis</p><ul><li>Support financial modeling and planning efforts using planning software</li><li>Assess opportunities to further integrate planning tools into client relationships</li><li>Help maintain consistency between investment strategy and client objectives</li></ul><p>Operations, Compliance & Client Interaction</p><ul><li>Participate in <strong>client meetings (in person or by phone)</strong> when appropriate</li><li>Develop a strong working knowledge of compliance standards in a regulated advisory environment</li><li>Ensure strict adherence to <strong>authorization and verification rules</strong>, especially regarding money movement</li><li>Assist with documentation, record‑keeping, and workflow tracking within the CRM</li><li>Be cross‑trained to support basic account administration when needed</li></ul><p>Practice & Client Engagement Support</p><ul><li>Assist with the firm’s annual maintenance and client‑engagement calendar, including:</li><li>Beneficiary audits</li><li>Tax‑season document coordination</li><li>Distribution tracking (RMDs)</li><li>Periodic account reviews</li><li>Support client communications, mailings, and special initiatives throughout the year</li><li>Help coordinate educational events, workshops, or client appreciation activities as the role evolves</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will oversee a variety of financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards. You will also play an integral part in mentoring entry-level team members and enhancing the efficiency of accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and mentor entry-level team members, providing guidance and reviewing their work for accuracy and compliance.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring financial transactions are recorded in alignment with established accounting policies.<br>• Monitor account activity and maintain supporting documentation to ensure proper financial recordkeeping.<br>• Complete, review, and approve reconciliations for general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Design, implement, and document workflows and controls for accounting and reporting processes, including subsidiary systems.<br>• Recommend and refine controls to adapt to changes in products, processes, regulations, or corporate policies.<br>• Develop and update accounting processes and procedures to align with regulatory and organizational standards.<br>• Analyze financial performance by preparing and interpreting complex reports, including variance analyses and budget forecasts.<br>• Ensure accurate and timely submission of management, regulatory, and financial reports.<br>• Respond to audit inquiries and collaborate with relevant teams to provide necessary analysis and documentation.
We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Huntersville, North Carolina. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to work with large data sets and contribute to critical financial processes. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills and a proven track record of performing reconciliations, audit preparation, and month-end close activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, capital expenditures, inventory, and intercompany accounts, using Excel.<br>• Analyze and consolidate large data sets, utilizing advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and complex formulas to streamline reconciliation processes.<br>• Investigate and resolve outstanding purchase orders, collaborating with operations and accounts payable teams to identify root causes and implement process improvements.<br>• Support month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and maintaining the general ledger.<br>• Prepare and organize audit documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Identify opportunities for process enhancements to mitigate recurring financial discrepancies and inefficiencies.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address financial reporting issues and ensure accurate data integration.<br>• Take ownership of assigned projects, rolling up your sleeves to dive into the details and deliver high-quality results.
We are looking for a dedicated Office Services Associate to join our team on a contract basis in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will provide essential back-office services, including reprographics, mail handling, and other support functions in both physical and digital environments. This position requires a proactive individual with strong organizational skills and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform reprographics and mail services tasks, ensuring all work is completed accurately and on time.<br>• Utilize logs and job tickets to track and prioritize assignments efficiently.<br>• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and escalate problems when necessary.<br>• Load and maintain office machinery with paper, toner, and other supplies.<br>• Adhere to company and client site policies while handling sensitive and confidential documents.<br>• Conduct quality assurance checks on completed tasks to maintain high standards.<br>• Communicate effectively with supervisors and clients regarding job progress or deadlines.<br>• Provide support for hospitality, audio/visual, and reception services as needed.<br>• Follow established procedures to ensure cost-effective use of equipment and supplies.<br>• Regularly lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds.