Director – Investment Accounting

Pure Search; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Search seeks an Investment Accounting Lead to manage the accounting, reporting and analysis of investment portfolios. You will drive GAAP and Statutory disclosures, support monthly/quarterly close, and collaborate with auditors and third-party providers.

The role emphasizes independent ownership, process improvements and leadership of automation initiatives within a fast-paced finance environment. Prior experience with investment systems like Aladdin, WINGS, and SAP GL is preferred, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field; plus five years of related experience.
• Experience with Excel, Clearwater, PAM, BlackRock Aladdin, WINGS, Gain Compliance, Workiva, Wdesk and SAP GL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly GAAP and Statutory investment results packages for senior management.
• Analyze investment income and realized gains/losses across asset classes.
• Manage monthly/quarterly derivative accounting processes, including journal entries and disclosures.
• Collaborate with third-party accounting providers to ensure timely reporting.
• Support internal/external audits and internal control initiatives.
• Lead process improvements and automation efforts.

Skills

Investment accounting

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Independent ownership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Clearwater

PAM

BlackRock Aladdin

WINGS

Gain Compliance

Workiva

Wdesk

SAP general ledger

Job description

The Investment Accounting Lead is responsible for performing accounting, reporting and analysis over the investment portfolios of the business. This role participates in monthly and quarterly accounting close processes and is involved in the preparation and review of GAAP and Statutory investment disclosures and schedules. The ideal candidate will possess strong investment accounting experience and demonstrate the ability to function with limited assistance from management.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares key deliverables for quarterly GAAP and Statutory investment results packages utilized by senior management, including in-depth analysis and reconciliation of investment income and realized gain/losses across all asset classes.
• Responsible for certain aspects of monthly and quarterly derivative accounting processes, including journal entry activity, management reports, account reconciliations and GAAP and Statutory disclosures and schedules.
• Work closely with third-party accounting service providers to ensure accounting and reporting of investments is performed accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with and provide analysis to various stakeholders and business leaders across the organization.
• Assist in the design, execution and documentation of investment-related SOX controls.
• Work effectively to provide necessary information, reports and analysis for internal/external auditors and internal controls team
• Lead team automation and process improvement efforts.
• Independently perform ad hoc reporting and other project-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports:

None

General Description Of Indirect Reports (2 And 3-downs)

None

Education And/Or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in accounting, finance or related field of study; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Prior experience and proficiency with Excel, Clearwater, PAM, BlackRock Aladdin, WINGS, Gain Compliance, Workiva, Wdesk, and SAP general ledger preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Professional Designations

CPA preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to act independently, take ownership of functions and tasks, and effectively prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment.
• Knowledge of the investment industry, including financial data management and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external parties at all levels.
• Knowledge of applicable GAAP and Statutory accounting rules and regulations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong attention to numeric and other detail; ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply to practical situations.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong systems aptitude
• Ability to identify process improvements that create efficiencies and improve work product.