Associate Accountant

Fidelity Investments • Smithfield, RI

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Accountant at Fidelity Investments, you'll be an integral part of our team, coordinating crucial accounting and reporting activities for the Fidelity Investments Life Insurance (FILI) separate account investments and financial operations. You will be responsible for supporting our customers’ separate account investments. Your role will involve preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and assisting in the preparation of quarterly regulatory filings and annual financial statements. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a significant impact

As a valued member of the FILI Accounting Team, you will ensure transactions are recorded accurately. You will safeguard the firm's assets through meticulous financial accounting, internal controls, and legal entity reporting. FILI dedicates itself to providing world-class annuity and insurance products that help customers save for retirement and generate guaranteed lifetime income. Our team thrives on collaboration and inclusion, driven by ambitious goals and strong dedication to our clients’ success. Join us and be part of a team that continually competes at the highest level.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Experience in the Financial Services industry preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and internal controls.
• Highly motivated, flexible, quality focused teammate with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Work independently and exhibit both independent thinking and good judgment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and the ability to learn financial systems and multidimensional reporting tools (i.e., Oracle, Essbase, Power BI).
• Your proven ability to successfully implement innovative solutions and your outstanding attention to detail will be key in this role.
• We value your ability to work independently while demonstrating excellent judgement and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Financial Services industry

Responsibilities

• preparing journal entries
• account reconciliations
• assisting in the preparation of quarterly regulatory filings and annual financial statements
• ensure transactions are recorded accurately
• safeguard the firm's assets through meticulous financial accounting, internal controls, and legal entity reporting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees