Summary:
This individual will work closely with other DIA staff members to ensure accuracy of data within all aspects of our portfolio accounting and trading software and provide backup coverage as necessary for Operations team members. Particular focus will be on daily account reconciliation processes. Additionally, this individual will support account opening/closing procedures. This position is required to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with respect to client and company information.
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and/or previous experience in Finance/Accounting
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Highly organized and detail oriented, able to manage multiple demands and priorities
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities in a team environment
• Ability and desire to take on additional responsibilities to support career progression
Duties:
• Support daily account reconciliation processes with various custodians
• Open/close accounts in our portfolio accounting and trading systems, and maintain account data as needed
• Provide backup and cross training with other Operations staff to facilitate redundancy of coverage, which may include:
o Facilitating the settlement of trades
o Reviewing an updating security information within our portfolio accounting and trading systems
o Monitoring and reconciling proxy voting records
o The production and distribution of monthly/quarterly client reports
• Adhere to all the firm’s Code of Ethics and Policies and Procedures, as well as its Team Agreement, which is a commitment to the following behaviors:
o Curiosity (avoid becoming defensive and remaining open to learning)
o Accountability (taking 100% responsibility (no more; no less) for results; no blaming)
o Candor (engaging in courageous truth-telling to increase power and speed in decisions)
o Awareness (tapping every emotional and intuitional resource for decisions)
o Passion (discovering and allowing people to do what they do best)
o Appreciation (expressing gratitude and fostering a culture of sincere cooperation)
• Perform any other duties and special projects as necessary
What we offer:
Competitive salary plus excellent benefits and perks including, but not limited to:
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company 401(k)and ESOP contribution
• Generous sick, vacation, and maternity/parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement ($15,000 lifetime cap)
• Discounted personal insurance including home, auto and recreational vehicles
• Charitable gift-matching program
• Davidson Day of Giving – Our tradition of positively impacting communities in which we live and work.
The compensation offered will be determined on a case-by-case basis considering a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the skills, relevant work experience, and geographic location of each specific candidate.
D.A. Davidson has been in business for over 90 years! As an employee-owned company, our success is driven by our high standards of business ethics, integrity, and the belief that our Associates are our most important assets. We hope you will consider joining us!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and/or previous experience in Finance or Accounting
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple demands and priorities
- Ability to work with varied personalities in a team environment
- Willingness to assume additional responsibilities for career progression
D.A. Davidson Companies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about D.A. Davidson Companies and has not been reviewed or approved by D.A. Davidson Companies.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership through an ESOP is positioned as a core part of total rewards, complementing cash compensation. Ownership is framed as adding long‑term value alongside other benefits.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) options and company contributions via profit‑sharing are highlighted as part of the package. Early eligibility and combined ESOP/401(k) design can materially boost long‑term retirement savings when the firm performs well.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave are explicitly offered. Broader paid time off and holidays are emphasized in role materials.
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What We Do
At D.A. Davidson Companies, we identify and evaluate market trends, investment ideas and business opportunities, and turn them into actionable insights and strategies. Founded in 1935 as a small brokerage firm, D.A. Davidson has grown into a diversified financial services company comprised of seven distinct business units across the U.S. Through the years, our most important service has remained consistent: a personalized approach that reflects the individuality of each of our clients. As part of an employee-owned company, each of our associates has a unique perspective of success. We believe in doing what is right for our clients and are empowered to deliver high-impact solutions. We are with our clients every step of the way—leveraging our nationally-recognized research, capital markets and investment banking expertise, and a robust network of financial advisors. Clients not only benefit from our expansive platform of solutions and services, but also from strong values rooted in tradition and a deep sense of responsibility to our communities.
