Investment Accountant III

Overview

A financial services organization is seeking a professional to join their investment accounting team. This role involves analyzing and reconciling complex investment transactions, supporting investment accounting processes, and collaborating with various business partners. The position offers a salary range of $75,000 to $105,000 and is located in Georgia, US (ZIP code 31999).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and reconcile complex investment transactions daily against various data sources and update the investment accounting sub-ledger (FAM).
• Participate in accounting and reporting for real estate owned (REOs) investments.
• Assist in training and developing junior team members and help resolve complex issues during daily processing.
• Coordinate with the Global Investments Division to resolve discrepancies or issues related to investment transactions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with business partners including Accounting Policy, Tax, Financial Reporting, Global Investments, and internal and external auditors.
• Assist in developing and implementing new applications and analytical models or enhancing existing systems and processes.
• Promote a continuous improvement culture by identifying opportunities to eliminate manual processes and improve workflows.
• Provide direct support to the investment accounting management team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Four years of professional experience in investments or related accounting/reporting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; VBA/macro experience preferred.
• Advanced user of SAP, BW, or similar software preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting standards codification (ASC).
• Knowledge of insurance/investment accounting principles preferred.
• Strong skills in financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• General understanding of investment products preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills.

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid or remote work options depending on location within the continental US.
• If residing within 50 miles of offices in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, the role is hybrid with at least 60% in-office work.
• If residing more than 50 miles from these offices, the role is remote with occasional office visits as needed.

Travel

• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $75,000 - $105,000, with offers based on factors such as education, experience, certifications, and geographic location.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental insurance policies offered at no cost to employees (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity).
• 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and opportunity to purchase company stock.
• Paid time off includes 11 paid holidays and up to 20 days PTO.
• Eligible employees may receive state-mandated sick leave and other leaves of absence.

Location

• Based in Georgia, US, ZIP code 31999.
• Nearest major market: Columbus, GA.