Investments Staff Accountant

AAA • Costa Mesa, CA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Investments Staff Accountant We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Investment Department. This role is critical in ensuring accurate recording, reporting, and analysis of our organization’s diverse investment portfolio. You will bridge the gap between complex financial markets and rigorous insurance regulatory standards, managing everything from trade settlements to statutory filings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience within the insurance industry or financial services is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with investment accounting software (e.g., Clearwater, PAM, or SS&C).
• Solid understanding of fixed-income instruments and market mechanics.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas are daily essentials).
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict regulatory and departmental deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Progress toward a CPA designation a plus.
• Knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record daily investment transactions, including purchases, sales, corporate actions, and accruals for fixed income, equity, and alternative assets.
• Perform reconciliations between investment managers, custodial banks, the general ledger and our investment accounting system.
• Assist in the preparation of NAIC Statutory Annual and Quarterly Statements, specifically focusing on Schedules D, BA, and DA.
• Prepare journal entries and financial statements under both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).
• Provide tax department with tax-basis investment accounting data and schedules.
• Help determine and verify the fair value of securities.
• Provide documentation and workpapers for internal, external, and state examinations.
• Identify opportunities to automate data flows between investment sub-ledgers and the general ledger.

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)

What This Job Offers

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