Dir Accounting Reporting

The Hartford•Hartford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a high-visibility leadership role at the center of HIMCO’s investment reporting and analytics, reporting directly to the the HIMCO CFO. The Director leads a high-performing team responsible for GAAP investment disclosures, the quarterly investment credit loss process, and the accounting and analysis for complex alternative asset classes. Working closely across HIMCO and the Controllers organization, this role shapes how The Hartford reports its investment results to the market, operates within a strong SOX control environment, and advances process modernization and automation. This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in an office (Hartford, CT) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting
Strong GAAP foundation with a demonstrated controls mindset
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and control
Deep technical and analytical capability, with a solid understanding of capital markets and underlying business drivers; able to serve as a trusted thought partner
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams through change
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions, levels, and competing perspectives

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or advanced degree a plus
Experience in the investment and/or insurance industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Own and elevate the investment sections of The Hartford’s 10-Qs, 10-Ks, and Investor Financial Supplements—partnering across the organization to translate portfolio developments and market conditions into clear, decision-useful disclosures
Lead the quarterly credit loss review and yield update process, integrating investment performance, market drivers, and cash flow modeling outputs into recommendations and a final readout for HIMCO senior leadership (including the CIO) and The Hartford’s Controller
Oversee accounting and deep-dive analysis for complex alternative asset classes, including derivative hedge effectiveness testing, review of net investment income budget and outlook projections, and delivery of reporting and analysis needed for these asset classes
Drive the adoption of new GAAP and SEC accounting standards and investment structures, from technical research and policy through assessment, communication, and execution of financial statement impacts
Serve as an active member of the HIMCO Valuation Committee, contributing expertise on the development, refinement, governance, and ongoing evaluation of valuation models and methodologies
Respond to strategic and ad hoc analytical requests that support investment portfolio management, executive decision-making, and enterprise-wide priorities
Partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders to deliver GAAP audit requirements and maintain strong SOX control design, documentation, and operating effectiveness
Champion continuous improvement and modernization, leveraging capabilities across the investment accounting platform, data warehouse, TM1, and emerging AI technologies to streamline workflows, enhance analytical insight, and increase efficiency
Lead, coach, and develop a team (one Assistant Director and senior analysts/accountants), fostering strong feedback, accountability, and leadership behaviors aligned with The Hartford’s culture