Sr. Investment Accountant

Overview

The Sr. Investment Accountant is responsible for accounting and reporting duties related to investments. This role is part of the Close and Analysis team within the Investment Center of Excellence (COE) and supports the monthly accounting close, reconciliations, and control execution for the investment portfolio. The position requires collaboration with other teams, process improvement, and driving operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely GAAP/Stat basis reconciliations for investment and related accounts (e.g., suspense, accounts payable/receivables) between subledger and general ledger, including researching and resolving variances.
• Prepare manual journal entries and extract general ledger details from Oracle as needed.
• Analyze and interpret investment data, explaining causes of variances and fluctuations.
• Manage high volumes of investment-related financial data and transactions with strong organizational skills, ensuring accuracy and ownership from start to finish.
• Execute monthly close tasks to ensure timely and accurate Clearwater monthly close; proactively communicate and resolve issues with the Clearwater team.
• Assist with coordination of external and internal audit requests.
• Identify, propose, and implement process improvements and support internal control objectives through risk identification, control execution, documentation, and gap remediation.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned duties, providing insights to management to support decision-making and operational efficiency.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role does not have formal people leadership responsibilities but may provide guidance, mentorship, or subject matter expertise to others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in a related field or a combination of experience with a professional designation (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.) is considered.
• Strong understanding of current processes and workflows.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements, internal control enhancements, automation, and efficiencies.
• Ability to independently learn financial systems with provided tools and coaching.
• Strong analytical skills to research and provide solutions to ad hoc questions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management, including executive management.
• Strong consultation and change management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Clearwater.
• Experience in the insurance industry (life, annuity, reinsurance).
• Professional designation in a related field (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.).

Other Information

• This position primarily involves sedentary work, requiring long periods of sitting, regular computer use, and occasional standing or walking. Reasonable accommodations are available.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.
• Additional duties and projects may be assigned.

Location and Work Environment

The organization offers flexible work arrangements including in-office, hybrid, and remote options. Work arrangements will be determined in collaboration with leadership during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity

The employer complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities, unless such accommodations cause undue hardship.