A Best-Of-All-Worlds Model

Careers at Steward Partners

Full-Service Independence with
Equity Upside

Location: Tri State Area - Hybrid

Financial Reporting & Technical GAAP Accountant

The Financial Reporting & Technical GAAP Accountant will use their accounting knowledge and technical skills to assist the firm with respect to the interpretation of complex accounting rules and standards, accounting for complex business transactions, including acquisitions and business combinations, and the management and oversight of all revenue recognition, lease accounting, and equity-related accounting matters. The role requires a deep understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and disclosure matters and the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to various stakeholders, including our external auditors.

Location: Portland, OR

Client Onboarding Specialist

The Client Onboarding Specialist is an integral part of the team that supports newly hired Financial Advisors transition client relationships, setting up accounts, and supporting documents. This hands-on role leverages strong data management skills, attention to detail along with high levels of client service and the ability to problem solve and work as part of a team.

Company Overview:

Steward Partners Global Advisory is an employee-owned, full-service partnership, catering to family, institutional, and multigenerational investors. Our financial advisors deliver comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategy implementation, professional asset services, private banking, institutional consulting, international advisory, and business solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering bespoke service with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Position Overview:

The Client Onboarding Specialist is an integral part of the team that supports newly hired Financial Advisors transition client relationships, setting up accounts, and supporting documents. This hands-on role leverages strong data management skills, attention to detail along with high levels of client service and the ability to problem solve and work as part of a team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Establishes new client accounts by utilizing industry registration requirements.
  • Via department workflows, enforces documentation requirements of clients and accounts to meet industry policies and regulations, including Anti Money Laundering and Know Your Client.
  • Reviews standard issues, analyzes and interprets data and determines appropriate account type.
  • Prepares supporting documents based on client profiles.
  • Supports and complies with established policies and procedures. May recommend suggestions to improve workflows, policies, and procedures.
  • Contributes to department projects, documentation, general analysis and testing as needed.
  • Participates in a high learning culture where on-the-job training is prevalent.
  • Reviews daily tasks for accuracy and completeness. Maintains detailed records/notes to ensure all client requests are logged and completed in a timely fashion.
  • Assists other areas of the department with various functions when volume is high.
  • May be required to assist with after-hour account opening.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

  • High School Degree or equivalent with at least two (2) years of customer service experience.
  • Experience in a contact center environment and college degree preferred.
  • Basic customer operations and the financial industry.
  • Detail orientation and flexibility sufficient to handle high volume of phone calls requiring quick analytical and supportive responses.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization including financial advisors and their team members
  • Identifying and resolving operational issues.
  • Numerical aptitude and critical thinking sufficient to solve operational problems.
  • Analyzing operational processes and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
  • Work constructively under stress and pressure when faced with high volume and deadlines.
  • Use good judgment in responding to a variety of client issues.
  • Competently analyze and prioritize information to make appropriate recommendations
  • Demonstrate efficiency and flexibility in performing detailed transactional tasks in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
  • Participate in on-the-job training and other learning activities to develop knowledge and understanding of FINRA, state and other regulatory agency rules and regulations regarding client accounts.

Location:
Portland, OR

Status:
Non-exempt

Travel Required:
None

For additional information or to submit a resume, please contact:
Jamie Saroka
jamie.saroka@stewardpartners.com

Location: Hybrid or Remote

Director of FP&A

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead and grow a team to manage the operational and financial health of our business and help chart its future direction. The Director will work closely and productively with senior finance leaders and executive management to influence, refine, and implement strategy. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and entrepreneurial-minded individual who has a strong technical background and sharp focus on execution.

Company Overview:

Steward Partners Global Advisory is an employee-owned, full-service leading independent private financial services firm with professionals delivering multifaceted financial solutions and comprehensive service to our clients and their families.

Steward Partners Global Advisory caters to family, institutional and multigenerational investors delivering comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategy implementation, professional asset management services, private banking, institutional consulting, international advisory, and business solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive client service with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Position Overview:

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead and grow a team to manage the operational and financial health of our business and help chart its future direction. The Director will work closely and productively with senior finance leaders and executive management to influence, refine, and implement strategy. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and entrepreneurial-minded individual who has a strong technical background and sharp focus on execution.

This role, reporting to the Head of FP&A, plays a key leadership role within the FP&A function at Steward and will be responsible for building and developing the practice as the Firm continues to scale. In this role, the Director of FP&A will drive high-impact strategic and operational initiatives, create & lead the development of management and board reporting, and facilitate the growth of our financial & business planning processes. This position will also take primary responsibility for the Firm’s financial model, annual budget process, and analytical functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work directly with senior finance leaders to manage the company's operational finance functions, including financial planning and a range of strategic financial matters
  • Serve as a key business partner and contributor to growth strategies, tactics, and mid- and long-range planning
  • Be a critical thought partner for the broader business and drive informed decision-making through sound financial management
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual and long-term budgeting and planning processes
  • Support executive team in the preparation of presentations for internal and external stakeholders including board of directors, investors, and lenders
  • Own the preparation of our monthly financial results reporting and analysis and drive
  • improvement in reporting processes and analytical depth
  • Oversee, direct, and organize the work of junior and mid-level FP&A team, ensuring staff members receive appropriate training, development, mentorship, and performance management
  • Provide analyses and recommendations on financial and operational metrics to executive management to support decision making
  • Support the Firm’s Divisional Presidents to evaluate recruiting opportunities
  • Develop and maintain financial reporting systems, ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the FP&A activities through the development and management of all internal and external financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and mid and long-range plans
  • Be a critical thought partner / avid consumer for the build out of our enterprise data warehouse

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated educational success at a reputable university
  • M.B.A. or master's degree in finance is a plus
  • 7 to 10+ years of hands-on experience in a financial management and operations function at a fast-growing company
  • At least five years’ of wealth management industry experience (broker-dealer and/or RIA experience a plus)
  • Broad working knowledge and in-depth understanding of ERP systems, BI tools, and analytical systems (e.g., Tableau, Alteryx, etc.)
  • Prior experience in an FP&A leadership role, and comfortable being “hands on” when/as necessary.
  • Demonstrated track record of as a high performing executor who can communicate problems and their solutions effectively
  • Ability to take high-level strategic perspectives while not being afraid to delve into the details of specific analyses
  • Ability to interact with and influence people at all levels of an organization
  • High degree of financial and analytical process leadership and business acumen
  • Excellent financial modeling and analytical skills combined with strong attention to detail
  • Experience building an enterprise or finance data warehouse
  • Ability to present complex information in a usable format to a diverse audience
  • Experience establishing, implementing, and adhering to process improvement initiatives within a high-growth environment
  • Comfortable multi-tasking as necessary; able to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with the feel of a start-up

Location:
Flexible, with a preference for tri-state area or Los Angeles, CA, but can be a remote or hybrid position.

For additional information or to submit a resume, please contact:
Jennifer Daley
Jennifer.daley@stewardpartners.com

Location: Hybrid – Florham Park, NJ

Director of Data Engineering

The Director of Data Engineering will lead the data engineering team and oversee the design, implementation, and management of our data infrastructure on the Azure platform. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities to drive the evolution of our data capabilities and support our business objectives. This position will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets, and will collaborate with various teams to support data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Company Overview:

Steward Partners Global Advisory is an employee-owned, full-service leading independent private financial services firm, with professionals delivering multifaceted financial solutions and comprehensive service to our client’s and their families.

Steward Partners Global Advisory caters to family, institutional and multigenerational investors delivering comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategy implementation, professional asset management services, private banking, institutional consulting, international advisory and business solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive client service with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Position Overview:

The Director of Data Engineering will lead the data engineering team and oversee the design, implementation, and management of our data infrastructure on the Azure platform.This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities to drive the evolution of our data capabilities and support our business objectives. This position will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, security, and accessibility of data assets, and will collaborate with various teams to support data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Leadership and Strategy:
    • Develop and execute the data engineering strategy aligned with the company's business goals.
    • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing data engineering team.
    • Collaborate with executive leadership to define and prioritize data initiatives.
  • Data Architecture and Engineering:
    • Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure data architectures on Azure.
    • Oversee the development and maintenance of data pipelines, ETL processes, and data integration workflows.
    • Ensure best practices in data modeling, warehousing, and data management.
  • Azure Expertise:
    • Leverage Azure data services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure Databricks.
    • Optimize the use of Azure resources for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability.
    • Stay current with the latest Azure technologies and incorporate relevant advancements into the data strategy.
  • Data Quality and Governance:
    • Implement data governance policies and practices to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security.
    • Monitor and improve data quality through robust validation and monitoring processes.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
    • Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
  • Project Management:
    • Manage data engineering projects, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
    • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality data solutions.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Management, Data Science).
  • 10+ years of experience in data engineering, with a significant focus on Azure.
  • Proven track record of leading and managing data engineering teams.
  • Extensive experience with Azure data services and cloud architecture.
  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages.
  • Strong knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data integration.
  • Experience with big data technologies and frameworks.
  • Exceptional leadership, team-building, and mentoring skills.
  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications in Azure data services or cloud architecture.
  • Experience with machine learning and AI integrations.
  • Knowledge of data security and compliance standards.

Reports To:

  • Head of Data

Location:
Hybrid – Florham Park, NJ

For additional information or to submit a resume, please contact:
Jennifer Daley
Jennifer.daley@stewardpartners.com