Manager General Accounting

Pacific Life • Newport Beach, CA

110d • $121,770 - $148,830

About The Position

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own. We're actively seeking a talented Accounting Manager to join our Real Estate Equity Accounting and Operations team in Newport Beach, CA. As an Accounting Manager you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by leading a team of professionals through operational and accounting and reporting responsibilities for the Pacific Life Investment and Accounting and Reporting team, specifically the Equity Real Estate Investments group. You will fill an existing role that sits in a team of 9 people in the Corporate division. Your colleagues will include Staff Accountants, Senior Accountants, Directors of Accounting, our Pacific Life Investments real estate equity acquisition and asset management teams, among others. This role directly supports the Director of Accounting for the Real Estate Equity accounting team. This role works with our external auditors, and other departments within Pacific Life, including financial reporting, tax, treasury, and other accounting teams.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• 4-year degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Yardi or equivalent software solution, including the Investment Management module.
• Real Estate Industry experience, particularly investment accounting or property management accounting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong Communication Skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA License.
• GAAP and STAT Accounting experience.
• Public Accounting experience.
• Prior experience with Oracle, Peoplesoft, Essbase.
• Ability to constructively handle ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff to ensure operational tasks are done accurately, timely, and issues are resolved immediately.
• Ensure cash receipts and disbursements are properly handled and recorded.
• Ensure cash activity tracker is complete and accurate.
• Set up property information and banking information in Yardi on an ad-hoc basis.
• Manage and review the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, management reports, and financial statements.
• Review monthly trial balance uploads of underlying investment financial statements.
• Review Senior's and Accountant II's journal entries.
• Review monthly key performance indicator (KPI) uploads.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with GAAP and STAT.
• Review the quarterly financial statement analyses.
• Assist with fixed asset transactions for our real estate investments.
• Lead, provide support, and coach staff members in their day-to-day responsibilities and work goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude and willingness to help the team.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Take full ownership of assigned tasks and reports and be accountable during tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account.
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree