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How much do apprentice broker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for apprentice broker in Ohio is $56,147.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,800.00 and $69,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities of an apprentice broker?

During the first year, Apprentice Brokers often focus on supporting senior brokers by conducting market research, assisting with client communications, preparing documentation, and managing databases. They may also shadow experienced brokers to learn negotiation techniques and industry regulations. This hands-on experience helps them build foundational skills, understand client needs, and gradually take on more direct responsibilities under supervision. The role often involves balancing administrative tasks with developing client-facing skills, setting the stage for future advancement within the brokerage firm.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice broker?

To thrive as an Apprentice Broker, you need a strong grasp of financial markets, analytical skills, and typically a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms, financial modeling tools, and regulatory compliance systems is valuable, and pursuing industry certifications such as FINRA Series 7 can be advantageous. Excellent communication, resilience under pressure, and a willingness to learn quickly are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are critical for building client trust, accurately executing trades, and succeeding in the competitive, fast-paced brokerage environment.

What is the difference between Apprentice Broker vs Insurance Agent?

AspectApprentice BrokerInsurance Agent
Required CredentialsTypically needs a license and apprenticeship trainingRequires a license, often with ongoing education
Work EnvironmentMentored, learning sales and policy detailsCustomer-facing, selling insurance policies
Employer & Industry UsageInsurance broker firms, agenciesInsurance companies, agencies
Common Search & ComparisonApprentice Broker vs Insurance Agent

While both roles involve working with insurance products, an Apprentice Broker is in training to become a licensed broker, focusing on learning the industry and client needs. An Insurance Agent typically sells policies directly to clients and may have more sales responsibilities. The apprentice role is more educational, whereas the agent role is more client-facing and sales-oriented.

What is an apprentice broker?

Apprentice brokers are individuals who are training under the supervision of a licensed broker to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to become a fully qualified broker themselves. They typically assist with client communications, paperwork, research, and basic transactions while gaining hands-on experience in the industry. Apprentice brokers are often required to complete certain education and licensing requirements before advancing to a full broker role. This position provides valuable on-the-job training and mentorship for those new to the brokerage field.

What are the most commonly searched types of Broker jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Broker jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Apprentice Broker jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Apprentice Broker job openings:

Energy Credits Senior Manager - TCIA

Cherry Bekaert

Cincinnati, OH

$138K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Cherry Bekaert rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 22 rated bookkeepers and accountants


Job description

As a Senior Manager in our Tax Credits and Incentives Advisory (TCIA) Practice, you will draw on experience in accounting and taxation to provide tax equity investment consulting services for clients. You will be a leader in a team comprised of professionals with significant experience in the credits and incentives space. We are looking for someone with Inflation Reduction Act Energy Credits experience.

Cherry Bekaert is aware that significant expertise is required in the market to structure clean energy tax credit transactions to maximize monetization of these attributes. You will help to lead and grow a a small team with significant industry deal and modeling experience to build Cherry Bekaert's renewable energy practice. Key items upon which to build this practice include:

1. Understand the post-OB3 credit regime including:

  • ITCs for solar, wind, storage, etc. (Sections 48/48E)

  • Production Tax Credits (Sections 45/45E)

  • Clean Hydrogen (Section 45V)

  • Clean Fuel (Section 45Z)

  • Advanced Manufacturing (Section 45X)

  • Nuclear (Section 45U)

  • Carbon Sequestration (Section 45Q)

  • Clean Fuel (Section 45Z)

2. Experience with the Transferability rules (Section 6418) and experience with prior credit transferability transactions.

3. Experience with the Direct Pay regime (Section 6417)

4. Eligible basis substantiation

5. Cost segregation support

6. Credit adders and enhancers including

  • Prevailing wage & apprenticeship

  • Domestic content

  • Energy Community qualification

7. Foreign Entity of Concern rules

8. Credit recapture risk

9. General understanding of tax equity transaction mechanics

The best candidates will assist in building our market presence through webinars and published articles. They will also work closely with the core tax partners of the firm to proactively bring credit transfer opportunities to them. They will also proactively work with outside brokers and firms offering available tax credits on the transferability market.

What you bring to the role:

  • 7+ years' experience providing tax planning services or preparing and reviewing client work papers and income tax returns

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field

  • Knowledge of HLBV Accounting Concepts

  • Certified or in the process of obtaining a CPA, enrolled agent, or other appropriate certification

  • Financial modeling expertise

  • Travel up to 10%

Skills you need for this role:

  • Previous Big 4 experience

  • Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Knowledge of fund accounting and general ledger accounting

  • Demonstrated basic understanding of Subchapter K and investment partnership taxation

  • Demonstrated knowledge of tax equity investment structures

  • Knowledge of the investment and production tax credits associated with wind, solar, biomass projects

What you can expect from us:

  • Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect

  • The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you

  • A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development

  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing

  • Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work

  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

$138,800-$215,900

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.Cherry Bekaert will not provideworksponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us athttps://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us onLinkedIn,Instagram, Twitterand Facebook.

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