Senior Investment Accountant

The Hartford • Hartford, CT

292d • $74,400 - $111,600

About The Position

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

Requirements

• GAAP and/or STAT accounting and reporting experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field required, CPA a plus.
• Big Four experience a plus.
• 2 -5 years of accounting, reporting or finance experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint required, TM1, and Wdesk is a plus.
• Ability to react and successfully balance multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, fast paced work environment under strict time constraints.
• Proven track record of taking initiative to research and resolve issues.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with investment reporting standards and ability to apply knowledge in the preparation of investment disclosures.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of The Hartford's investment results - focusing on the investments managed by HIMCO.
• Monthly reconciliations and analytics of invested assets on both a GAAP and a statutory basis.
• Internal management reporting and preparation of statutory footnotes and investment schedules.
• Assist in monthly close of investment results for both The Hartford and a large external client, including reconciliations between the investment accounting platform, the investment sub-ledger and the general ledger.
• Preparing analytics for upper management explaining primary drivers of movements.
• Preparation and analysis of investment sections of statutory statements, disclosures, and supplements.
• Support Sarbanes documentation and continuously monitor internal controls.
• Drive automation improvements and projects, including standardized variance analysis, utilizing the TM1 application and other platforms.
• Ownership over the creation of various internal monthly and quarterly management reporting tools and metrics.
• Understand GAAP and statutory guidance to provide assistance on the implementation of new accounting standards and investment strategies.

Benefits

• Short-term or annual bonuses.
• Long-term incentives.
• On-the-spot recognition.

What This Job Offers

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