Investment Operations Associate

EP Wealth Advisors (EPWA) is a wealth management advisory firm with over $40.5 billion in AUM as of September 30th, 2025, serving predominately high net worth individuals. The Investment Operations Associate position will support the Director of Investments, Investment Operations Manager, Portfolio Managers, and Advisors with day to day operations. Responsibilities Data entry related to account setup and security coding (by asset class) Perform system backups Monitor custodial alerts and notify appropriate portfolio manager and/or advisor Monitor daily tasks directed to the Portfolio Management department and assign as appropriate Trade reconciliation, trade error processing and other trading tasks Generate 401k recommendations as requested by advisors Conduct research on missing cost basis and process cost basis step up to date of death as necessary Provide research reports on stocks and funds upon request Communicate with custodian firms as needed Perform additional duties as necessary to support and enhance investment department objectives Adhere to all company policies and procedures and perform business functions with focus on consistency, quality, and compliance Skills Bachelors degree or equivalent experience Previous experience within financial industry Able to learn quickly in a fast-paced work environment Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook Reliable, organized and goal-oriented Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment Ability to work independently and be self-directed Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure Desire to work in financial investment industry Salesforce desired Candidate for CFA charter Benefits 11 Paid Holidays + 2 floating holidays 3 Weeks PTO Paid Volunteer Time Paid Parental Leave Flexible Work Schedule Highly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision Plans 401k Retirement Account with company match contributions Free Mental Health services, Life Insurance, Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts Employee Financial Education Employee Educational Expense Reimbursement Employee Charitable Donations Employee Referral Incentives Employee Team Building Activities Employee Assistance Program Company Overview EP Wealth Advisors is a fee-only registered investment advisory and financial planning firm. It was founded in 2004, and is headquartered in Torrance, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is