Manager, Investment Reporting

Aspida Financial Services LLC•Durham, NC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we’re in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn. Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don’t let egos get in the way. They don’t settle for the status quo, and they don’t complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That’s the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida. Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that’s why we’re doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We’re dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers. The Manager of Investment Reporting, will play a key leadership role within the investment accounting and reporting function, supporting the accurate accounting, close, and reporting of Aspida’s growing and increasingly complex investment portfolio. This role requires hands-on investment reporting expertise across multiple asset classes, along with the ability to lead and develop team members through the monthly close process. The Manager will also be heavily involved in onboarding new investment transactions and in partnering closely with our external investment systems team and our asset manager, Ares Capital. This role reports to the Director of Investment Reporting and is a hybrid position, requiring onsite presence 3 days per week at our Durham, NC headquarters.

Requirements

BA /BS in business, finance, or related degree
Solid technology skills including advanced Excel
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
Strong communication skills and an eagerness to collaborate with others
10+ years of relevant finance experience, including a strong background in investment reporting

Nice To Haves

MBA/ CPA / CFA preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage team members responsible for the monthly investment close and reporting process
Review and oversee investment accounting reconciliations and controls to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
Serve as a subject matter expert for investment reporting across asset classes including asset-backed securities, limited partnerships, and mortgage loans
Support and enhance investment schedules and disclosures for financial reporting and analysis
Oversee the onboarding of new complex transactions including system setup and reporting process design
Partner cross-functionally with Investments, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Ares Capital, and external service providers to resolve issues and improve processes
Identify opportunities to improve controls, efficiency, and scalability within the investment reporting function
Provide coaching, guidance, and development support to team members