Vanguard

Cost Basis Associate

Vanguard  •  Scottsdale, AZ (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities:

  • Develop Cost Basis Expertise: Build a strong understanding of cost basis methodologies, internal policies, and IRS regulations in an effort to calculate and maintain accurate client data.

  • Reconstruct Complex Data: Analyze historical investment records, corporate actions, and transaction activity to solve cost basis discrepancies and validate system outputs.

  • Ensure Accuracy & Quality: Attention to detail in reviewing system‑generated calculations, confirm accuracy, and participate special projects to strengthen data integrity.

  • Collaborate & Innovate: Work cross‑functionally to enhance processes, support system enhancements, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

  • Champion Lean Practices: Participate in daily team huddles, identify process‑improvement opportunities, and apply Lean Management tools to drive efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

  • Minimum two years of business experience.

  • Ability to work effectively within a team, learn quickly, and adapt to a dynamic environment.

  • Strong interpersonal, research, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Computer proficiency; ability to learn proprietary systems.

  • Commitment to a positive, collaborative workplace and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

  • Flexibility to work overtime and business‑critical shifts as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in accounting, finance, or brokerage operations.

  • Prior exposure to cost basis, investment operations, or tax‑related work.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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About Vanguard

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of empowering our 50 million investor-owners.* Since our founding in 1975, we’ve been on a mission to help investors achieve their goals.

With no outside shareholders to answer to, we make decisions—including keeping investing costs as low as possible—with our clients’ needs in mind. Whether you’re investing for your first house, college for your kids, or a comfortable retirement, you can be confident we’re on your side.

We are a community that thinks—and feels—differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Let’s celebrate 50 years together.

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*As of January 2025

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Valley Forge, PA
Year Founded
1975
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