Jobs · Accounting · Illinois

Senior Investment Accountant

W3Global · Glenview, IL · 1 wk ago
AccountingFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversight of daily activities with outsourced investment accounting provider.
  • Review and validation of investment-related journal entries, reconciliations, valuations, and financial reports.
  • Analyze complex investment transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
  • Research, evaluate, and implement new accounting guidance and reporting requirements.
  • Lead month-end and quarter-end investment accounting close processes.
  • Prepare and review statutory investment schedules, including NAIC Schedules D, DA, BA, and E, along with related disclosures.
  • Prepare fair value adjustments for impaired securities.
  • Review and validate investment schedules for statutory filings, including investment income exhibits and realized/unrealized gain and loss exhibits.
  • Assist in monitoring and replacing securities held in statutory deposits.
  • Coordinate communications related to capital markets transactions with trustees, custodians, investment managers, financial guarantors, and rating agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements associated with surplus relief reinsurance transactions.
  • Mentor junior accounting staff and contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of investment accounting experience, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
  • Strong knowledge of statutory accounting principles and NAIC reporting requirements.
  • Experience working with outsourced investment accounting providers or custodians.
  • Proficiency with Clearwater or a similar investment accounting platform.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA, CFA, or actively pursuing a professional certification.
  • Experience with private funds and alternative investments.
  • Experience implementing new accounting standards and regulatory guidance.
  • Exposure to process automation and system integration initiatives.
  • Participation in employee engagement, volunteer, or community-building activities.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for business meetings or conferences.
  • Flexible and adaptable to support broader organizational priorities.

Work Schedule & Benefits

  • Primarily on-site position with limited remote work flexibility.
  • Flexible scheduling benefits, including half-day Fridays and additional paid time off.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
    • Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
    • Voluntary Life Insurance options
    • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
    • Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
    • Profit-Sharing Plan (subject to eligibility)

Compensation

Salary is competitive and will be based on experience, qualifications, and relevant certifications.

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