What is a registered account administrator and how to become one

Key steps to become a registered account administrator

1. Explore registered account administrator education requirements

   Most common registered account administrator degrees

   Bachelor's

   67.3 %

   Associate

   13.5 %

   Master's

   9.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific registered account administrator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Client Accounts	75.92%
   Client Portfolios	24.08%

3. Complete relevant registered account administrator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New registered account administrators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a registered account administrator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real registered account administrator resumes.

4. Research registered account administrator duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all post-award management activities such as award processing, fund monitoring financial reporting and payroll reconciliation.
   • Utilize computer software including QuickBooks to maintain account activity and ensure accuracy; reconcile inaccuracies between invoices and accounts receivable payments.
   • Learned health insurance policies and procedures for different companies including Medicaid and Medicare.
   • Maintain current knowledge of client portfolio and stock market analysis, insurance, annuities, and benefits.

5. Apply for registered account administrator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a registered account administrator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams