Accounting Manager, Investment Management

Voya Financial • Atlanta, GA

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is part of Voya IM Controllership and reports to the VP, Controller. This is a remote/work-from-home role. The manager serves as a technical accounting expert and people leader, with emphasis on employee compensation accounting, leadership development, automation and process transformation, and strategic partnership. The role requires leading teams through complex accounting matters while partnering with the business, developing talent, improving processes, and supporting organizational success.

The position oversees preparation and review of legal entity financial statements under US GAAP and IFRS, as well as Proxy / SAI investment fund data. It leads compliance with relevant regulatory bodies and represents Voya IM before external constituencies and Board of Trustees and Board of Directors committees. The manager oversees accounting and reporting for employee compensation programs, supports effective internal financial controls, and coordinates financial operations between Voya Financial and Voya IM. The role also manages workload and deliverables, develops employees through coaching and feedback, and supports talent development, succession planning, and engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business/Administration.
• 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience in a complex operation, particularly in financial reporting, expense management, and monthly ledger closes.
• 5 years of experience managing a corporate project, function, or division.
• Experience leading process improvement, automation, or transformation initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current generally accepted accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Must meet qualifications to sit for the FINRA Series 27 Exam.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues and key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Oracle General Ledger, including its expense allocation module, and Microsoft Suite Products.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA.
• Public accounting experience.
• Experience in financial services, asset management, insurance, or investment management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review legal entity financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS, and Proxy / SAI investment fund data.
• Lead compliance with applicable regulatory bodies related to the firm’s financial policies, including CT Banking Examiners and the Department of Labor.
• Represent Voya IM before external constituencies and committees of the Board of Trustees and Board of Directors.
• Respond to external, internal, and department audits.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for annual incentive compensation, deferred compensation plans, equity-based compensation arrangements, and long-term incentive programs.
• Ensure appropriate accrual methodologies and compliance with applicable accounting guidance.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Compensation, and Finance teams to support accurate accounting and reporting.
• Coordinate communication and operations between Voya Financial and Voya IM to promote consistent and transparent accounting and financial operations.
• Help maintain effective internal financial controls in compliance with US GAAP, SOX, policies and procedures, and legal or statutory requirements.
• Establish working relationships with operational leadership and internal and external auditors.
• Manage workload distribution and prioritization to ensure timely deliverables.
• Set clear performance expectations and support employee development through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Perform other duties and assignments as required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions up to 6%.
• Employer-paid Voya Retirement Plan cash balance retirement plan (4%).
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• 20 days of paid time off, nine paid company holidays, and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• 40 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year.
• Incentive opportunities, such as annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long-term incentives, based on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager