Investment Accountant

Gen Re•Farmington, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position will be responsible for monthly investment accounting, book close, account reconciliation and analysis, and an understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures to deliver accurate and timely financial reports. This position must meet tight deadlines and a multitude of investment accounting activities including transaction processing and cash reconciliation. The position will have contact with clients, NEAM’s portfolio managers, and the firm’s Chief Executive Officer, which requires strong interpersonal communication skills to provide excellent customer service.

Requirements

BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in accounting required
5 years of experience in Insurance or Financial Services in accounting preferred
Strong ability to work under pressure and meet required deadlines
Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting
Must have developed experience with Microsoft Excel (Vlookup, macros, pivot tables, etc.)
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task and stay organized
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required

Nice To Haves

CPA desired but not required
SQL report writing experience desired

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly investment report package on a timely basis for STAT, GAAP, IFRS and other bases
Prepares statutory quarterly and annual Schedule D regulatory reports and GAAP financial and footnote packages for investment accounting clients with prompt regard for established deadlines
Performs daily reconciliation of accounts to the custodial and/or external manager record including cash, trades, income and dividends, special deposits, etc., including communication with clients and custodians to clarify and resolve discrepancies
Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the client’s general ledger structure
Monitors and analyzes their own work to develop more efficient procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Responds to inquiries from the clients, their auditors, and NEAM’s portfolio managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests, etc. in a timely manner
Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures to enhance the workflow of the department
Review the PIK schedules on file and anticipate and record the daily activity
Maintains monthly performance results of clients’ portfolios
Collaborate with the other investment accountants to support overall department goals and objectives
Intellectual curiosity and openness to utilize AI-enabled tools to enhance operational efficiency.