Senior Associate, Investment Accounting

About the role

The Senior Associate of Investment Accounting at Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. (Fortitude Re) is responsible for compiling and analyzing investment data, supporting the accounting close process, and providing assistance with regulatory filings and ad hoc projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting close process, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for both GAAP and STAT bases of accounting.
• Perform detailed analytical review of investment income, yields, fair value changes, and realized/unrealized gains and losses.
• Support quarterly and annual statutory and GAAP investment disclosures and footnotes.
• Aid in implementation and onboarding of new investment portfolios related to block acquisitions.
• Support regulatory filings and ad hoc requests related to Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) requirements.
• Execute internal control procedures over a diverse asset class mix including fixed income and equities, commercial mortgage loans, private equity, hedge funds, and real estate.
• Provide detailed investments data for Economic Balance Sheet calculations and Bermuda reporting.
• Work with Fortitude Re's investment accounting platform to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor, research, and resolve issues related to investment suspense account balances.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control frameworks, including documentation and walkthrough support.
• Identify control gaps and recommend enhancements to mitigate operational and financial reporting risk.
• Perform variance analysis and investigative procedures on investment balances and income trends.
• Liaise with internal and external audit teams in order to provide requested information and appropriate evidence of the operation of internal controls.
• Lead the private equity operations process, which includes extraction of relevant financial data from fund capital account statements, completion of system upload templates and related internal control procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the investment close cycle.
• Participate in system enhancements, UAT testing, and automation implementation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of securities accounting processes, including reconciliations, variance analysis, close activities, and reporting.
• Foster a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement aligned with Fortitude Re’s core values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the reinsurance industry or financial services.
• Experience managing large volumes of data, with strong general ledger and/or analysis tool systems background.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and STAT investment accounting principles.
• Knowledge of fair value hierarchy, effective yield methodology, and alternative investment accounting.
• Familiarity with reinsurance structures and investment implications preferred.
• Experience with PowerQuery, Alteryx, Tableau or similar products desired.
• Experience using Clearwater investment accounting platform desired.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Highly motivated and creative strategic thinker.
• Strong management and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage processes working with a diverse team across multiple departments and locations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally.
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning, particularly in automation and AI-enabled tools.

Benefits

At Fortitude Re, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

The base salary range for this role is $100,000 USD - $120,000 USD, with pay varying based on location and experience. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.