Investment Accounting Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Investment Accounting Manager to oversee the accounting and reporting of a client's complex investment portfolio. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate investment accounting, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting while partnering with finance, actuarial, and investment teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting and reporting for a diverse investment portfolio, including fixed income, equity, and alternative investments.
• Perform and review reserve calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain investment schedules and supporting documentation for financial reporting purposes.
• Support and coordinate statutory reporting requirements, including quarterly and annual filings.
• Oversee the accounting and valuation of derivative instruments and related transactions.
• Perform and review account reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Analyze investment activity, income recognition, impairments, and realized/unrealized gains and losses.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with actuarial, treasury, and investment teams to support financial and regulatory reporting initiatives.
• Aid with audits and respond to requests from external auditors and regulatory agencies.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of investment accounting experience.
• Experience with statutory accounting and statutory reporting requirements.
• Strong understanding of investment accounting principles, including fixed income securities, equities, and derivative instruments.
• Experience preparing investment schedules and supporting financial reporting.
• Advanced reconciliation and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple functions.