Data Management Associate

## Data Services AssociateApplyremote type: Partially Remotelocations: Chicago, Illinoistime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100131**Job Description Summary:**Our Data Services Associate, based in our downtown Chicago office, plays a key role in supporting the Operations team by maintaining accurate portfolio data and ensuring the integrity of client reporting through Addepar. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external partners.**Job Description:****Primary Responsibilities*** Execute daily operational processes related to establishing, maintaining, and reporting on client portfolios within Addepar.* Perform daily reconciliation of transactions, positions, and cost basis across custodial platforms.* Load and reconcile manually maintained accounts as needed.* Monitor, research, and process corporate actions impacting client portfolios.* Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting and reconciliation activities.* Assist with data integrity initiatives, audits, and ongoing enhancements within Addepar.* Investigate and resolve reconciliation breaks, escalating issues when appropriate.* Partner with Operations and other internal teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of portfolio data.* Contribute to process improvement initiatives focused on increasing automation, efficiency, and data quality**Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.* Minimum of 3 years of operations experience within an asset management, wealth management, family office, or brokerage environment.* Experience with Addepar or a similar portfolio accounting/reporting platform.* Demonstrated experience performing account and portfolio reconciliations is a must.* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.* Experience working with multiple custodians, including Pershing, Schwab, and Fidelity.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.* Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.* Effective written and verbal communication skills.* A strong desire to become an Addepar subject matter expert and continuously expand technical knowledge.This position is an non-exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $60,000 - $70,000 per year base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.Focus Partners is an organization of wealth, asset, and business management resources that brings strength, innovation, and partnership to client relationships. Through a comprehensive range of services, Focus Partners supports clients at every stage of life, helping them manage their financial future. Focus Partners uses research-backed investment strategies to create custom-built portfolios and delivers personalized wealth planning solutions to clients in all 50 states. Focus Partners is part of Focus, a leading financial services firm comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. To learn more about Focus, visit focuspartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.#LI-JR1 Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit or follow the company on LinkedIn. **EEO Statement**: Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law. Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. 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