About the Role
The Senior RIA Billing Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end administration of advisory fee billing for Three Strands' registered investment advisory (RIA) businesses. This role owns quarterly advisory fee billing, advisor compensation calculations, billing reconciliations, and related reporting, while partnering with Accounting for monthly close and revenue recognition. This position serves as the firm's subject matter expert for RIA billing, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and exceptional service to advisors.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end advisory fee billing process for Alongside and 49 Financial.
- Establish, maintain, and audit advisory fee schedules, including tiered, blended, household, advance, and arrears billing structures.
- Manage the quarterly billing calendar and execute billing cycles accurately and on schedule.
- Reconcile billing activity and investigate billing discrepancies to ensure accurate client billing.
- Calculate and prepare advisor compensation statements related to advisory fee revenue.
- Research and resolve advisor questions regarding billing and compensation.
- Ensure advisor compensation is processed accurately and timely.
- Partner with Accounting to support monthly close and revenue recognition activities.
- Prepare billing reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
- Serve as the subject matter expert for advisory fee billing systems and processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve billing workflows, controls, and operational efficiency.
- Assist in developing and documenting scalable billing procedures.
- Build strong relationships with advisors and internal stakeholders by providing responsive, high-quality customer service.
- Partner with operations and leadership to resolve billing questions and support business initiatives.
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience administering advisory fee billing within an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA).
- Hands-on experience managing end-to-end RIA billing, including fee schedules, billing cycles, reconciliations, and advisor compensation.
- Strong knowledge of advisory fee methodologies, including tiered, blended, household, advance, and arrears billing.
- Experience supporting accounting functions, including reconciliations and revenue recognition.
- Demonstrated ability to build or improve billing processes and operational controls preferred.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to effectively speak to and support advisors and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all interactions.
- Accountability for execution, outcomes, and follow-through.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Sound judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Adherence to company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
- Employees in this role are expected to comply with all company policies, including the Code of Conduct, confidentiality requirements, Employee Handbook, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to the role and the financial services industry.
Skills
- RIA billing
- Advisory fee billing
- Billing processes
- Fee schedules
- Billing cycles
- Reconciliations
- Advisor compensation
- Accounting
- Revenue recognition
- Black Diamond
- Orion
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Customer service skills
- Communication skills
Location
- Austin, TX (Hybrid)
- USA (Remote)
Work Type
- Full Time
- Hybrid
- Remote
Experience Level
- Experienced
- 4+ years of experience
Education Level
- 4 Year Degree
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
Benefits
- Medical – 3 levels of coverage to choose from with employer contribution
- Dental – 2 levels of coverage to choose from
- Vision
- 401k plan and match
- Basic Life/AD&D coverage for all full-time employees at no cost (with options to purchase additional coverage)
- Short-Term Disability coverage for all full-time employees at no cost
- Long-Term Disability coverage
- HSA contribution match
- FSA/Dependent Care
- Unlimited PTO
About the Company
- Three Strands is the portfolio company that houses 49 Financial, The Collective, and Alongside. It serves as the shared services organization for the portfolio, providing the operational foundation that supports each business across the platform. By centralizing key business functions, Three Strands creates consistency, drives operational excellence, and enables each organization to focus on serving its clients while benefiting from the strength and efficiency of a shared infrastructure.
Equal Opportunity
- The Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. We value diversity of thought and background and strive to create an environment where all employees are respected and provided with opportunities to succeed. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for employment opportunities with us.
