AVP, Derivatives Accounting

Resolution Life; West Chester (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness program

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

Resolution Life is seeking a Manager of Derivatives Accounting in West Chester, PA. You will oversee the GAAP and STAT accounting close, manage financial reporting, and ensure accurate investment accounting for derivatives.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA designation preferred, and 6-10+ years of relevant experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included, alongside a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years of experience in accounting, with 4+ years in derivatives accounting.
• Expertise in US GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly accounting close over derivatives.
• Manage relationship with third-party accounting vendor.
• Compile and review footnotes and schedules for financial statements.

Skills

Derivatives Accounting

GAAP

Statutory Accounting

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Certified Public Accountant

Tools

Clearwater Analytics

Microsoft Office

Job description

As Manager of Derivatives Accounting, you will oversee GAAP and STAT accounting close, financial reporting, and analytics for the company’s derivatives portfolio. You report to the Head of Derivatives Accounting and work closely with third‑party investment accounting service providers and asset managers to ensure accurate investment accounting records. You will also collaborate with the Reporting team for GAAP and STAT reporting and with Finance to support the analysis and communication of investment results. You will manage the third‑party service provider to ensure a timely close while providing oversight and development to junior staff. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting and reporting for derivatives
• Oversee and perform the monthly accounting close over derivatives
• Perform balance sheet and income statement attribution and variance analysis
• Manage relationship with third‑party accounting vendor to properly account for derivatives
• Compile and/or review footnotes and schedules for U.S. GAAP and Statutory financial statements
• Collaborate with Investment Front Office on new derivative strategies or investment managers
• Evaluate investment results and prepare and communicate analytics package to finance leaders
• Research accounting and reporting guidance on new derivative strategies or instruments
• Identify manual journal entries needed for accurate financial results; prepare and review manual journal entries
• Consult with Investment Management, Third‑Party Asset Managers, and Cedants
• Execute key internal financial controls to ensure accurate investment accounting results
• Assist and develop junior staff on daily, monthly, and quarterly tasks
• Provide reporting and supplemental information to reinsurance cedants
• Support an environment of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Certified Public Accountant preferred
• 6‑10+ years of experience with 4+ years of derivatives accounting and/or insurance industry experience required
• Expertise in US GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles
• Experience with Clearwater Analytics or Third‑Party Investment Accounting model preferred
• Strong research, verbal and written communication skills are essential to effectively and clearly communicate technical issues in a pragmatic way to others including senior leadership
• Confidence, credibility and character to liaise across corporate functions; ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues both within Resolution Life and throughout the industry
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to develop, coach and train others in an organizational setting
• Sense of urgency and high degree of flexibility – ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines, making adjustments accordingly and execute tasks in support of corporate objectives
• Strong focus on stakeholder satisfaction and consistently works to provide a high level of service
• Ability to act independently in identifying problems while exhibiting judgement and a realistic understanding of issues and interdependencies
• Strong problem solving and decision‑making skills
• High level of interpersonal skills, integrity and ethics
• Self‑starter with a collaborative approach who values and encourages teamwork
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software

Critical Skills

• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations
• Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well‑reasoned solution
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals
• Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage

Location

West Chester, PA, New York, NY. (Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office)

Compensation and Benefits

Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

• West Chester, PA – $117,000–$153,000
• New York, NY – $127,500–$167,000

In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.