Accountant, Fund Administration and Accounting at T. Rowe Price in Owings Mills, Maryland

Job Description:

There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. ​ We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us.

Role Summary:

Under moderate supervision, supports an assigned fund accounting and/or financial reporting oversight process(es), for assigned product(s), ranging from low to medium complexity. Responsible for completing assigned recurring activities and other ad hoc assignments, as needed. Responsible for maintaining a basic understanding of accounting and reporting guidance and company policies that impact their assigned areas. Addresses basic issues with service providers by identifying and proposing resolutions. May confer with experienced peers to determine resolutions. Builds internal network and leverages relationships to research and respond to basic issues.

Responsibilities:

• Performs basic oversight activities for assigned accounting and/ or financial reporting process(es), to evaluate accuracy and completeness of data and deliverables from third-party service providers. Conducts activities to identify errors or exceptions exceeding specified tolerances; researches potential resolutions and, within parameters, addresses issues with service providers; escalates issues, along with recommended and potential resolution to supervisor and may assist in resolution.


• Provides other product support to governance committees; may aggregate supporting information/data for relevant matters and metrics for senior team members and management; may provide initial input of policy documents, internal educational materials, and process enhancements. May support functional compliance requirements.


• Applies knowledge of internal controls, T. Rowe Price accounting and reporting policies, relevant guidance and service standards. Escalates unclear or unprecedented situations, along with initial ideas and recommendations and potential solutions, to senior peers or management. Demonstrates knowledge of drivers for assigned areas.


• Builds relationships with internal stakeholders to gain knowledge and an understanding of available resources useful for researching and resolving basic issues.


• Performs ad-hoc analyses and assignments on special, tactical projects, usually in collaboration with more experienced professionals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in an Accounting or related Financial Services Industry role


• Experience working with various detailed reconciliations up to and including the research and resolution of potential reconciliation breaks


• Experience working in a hybrid work environment (i.e. – part time in office and part time work from home)

FINRA Requirements: FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility: This role is eligible for remote work up to two days a week.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including:

• Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions


• Flexible and remote work opportunities


• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)


• Tuition assistance


• Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program)

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.