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Prepare issued debt journal entries and financial schedules for US GAAP and STAT
Assist Director with preparation of US GAAP and statutory hedge accounting packages
Prepare quarter end derivative elimination and consolidation journal entries
Prepare accounting reconciliations and administer derivative financial controls program
Prepare and reconcile various financial statement disclosures
Provide analytical support, including management reporting, for senior management
Prepare certain recurring journal entries as part of monthly and quarterly close
Execute recurring data validations and checks
Manage data governance process for Invested Assets
Cross train with other team members within Investment Accounting and provide support as deemed necessary
Liaise with Operations, Treasury and other teams within Client
Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures for derivative accounting
Basic Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in Investment Accounting and one or a combination of the following: Insurance, Financial Services and/or Finance & Accounting
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Math, Statistics); Advanced Degree, CPA or CFA is preferred
5+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance in Financial Services industry with 3+ years of experience working with ASC 815
Solid practical knowledge of derivative products/markets. In addition, knowledge of other investment products is preferred
Experience with application of US GAAP hedge accounting is preferred
Experience with STAT accounting is preferred
Strong knowledge and experience of financial instruments, including fixed income and equity securities, loans, alternative investments and more
Strong knowledge and experience of GAAP accounting pronouncements, US GAAP and US insurance statutory disclosure and reporting requirements for Invested Assets
Strong controllership mindset or financial reporting role at a public company; insurance sector experience a plus, audit background is preferred
Computer proficiency with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Professional Skills:
Innovative, improvement mindset
Clear/critical thinking, excellent written/verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team
Ability to balance multiple projects at once, to prioritize appropriately, and to approach the work with a sense of urgency and strong attention to detail to produce high quality results in a time sensitive environment
High level of motivation and initiative, ability to work independently, including strong organizational and management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage a broad range of stakeholders
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