Manager, Investment Accounting

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated•Chesterfield, MO

About The Position

The Manager, Investment Accounting manages the analysis and preparation of the appropriate investment accounting for various asset classes, performs managerial duties or reviewing work related to assigned processes and to develop and mentor associates, recommends and participates in the development and implementation of process improvements that may extend beyond the area of oversight. RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience
12+ years accounting or auditing experience with at least 7 years of investment accounting experience and advanced experience in Statutory and GAAP accounting
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience required
5+ years accounting or auditing experience
Some supervisory/management experience
Basic Word, intermediate Excel and SQL/Query skills
Competent knowledge in Statutory, GAAP and IFRS accounting
Advanced knowledge of accounting/finance theory and application and financial reporting
Advanced oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge.
Advanced ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional and technical disciplines
Ability to quickly adapt to new methods, work under tight deadlines and stressful conditions.
Advanced investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions
Advanced ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously
Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
Ability to manage multiple projects or teams and set applicable goals
Advanced people management skills, demonstrating the ability to lead, mentor, and develop associates; including the ability to delegate key areas of responsibility
Advanced skills in customer relationship management and change management
Advanced negotiating and persuasion skills

Nice To Haves

1+ Years Insurance accounting experience (statutory)

Responsibilities

Work with Business Lead to develop areas of focus for accounting, process or reporting improvements.
Gathers information to accurately understand and summarize issues, evaluates risk and challenges, works collaboratively to propose recommendations and works to implement approved changes.
Perform accounting functions and maintains and prepares month-end, quarter-end and annual files (GAAP, STAT & IFRS) for assigned asset and investment accounting areas.
Provide support to business segments, Investments and other interested parties to ensure that all items are processed appropriately on the various investment accounting systems.
Coordinate and summarize investment information for internal and external examiners.
Research, review and analyze investment data/reports, provides solutions to resolve issues, and prepares reports.
Provide support to Executive Director, as needed, including special projects as well as direct supervision of Investment Accounting Analysts and/or Senior Investment Accountants and indirect supervision of other associates in the department.
Perform supervisory duties, including, but not limited to hiring, training, evaluating, coaching, and disciplining direct reports.
Fosters a positive and engaged work environment.
Mentor associates and gives guidance on associate development.
Maintain working relationships with external contacts which includes investment advisors, investment accounting managers, external/internal examiners and with internal departments.
Work with other functional areas in RGA to achieve efficient and effective accounting and reporting practices and procedures and responds to and requests from other functional areas on various inquiries.