Director, Investment Accounting

jackson; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson seeks a Director of Investment Accounting to lead accounting operations, portfolio reporting, and regulatory compliance for a multi-billion dollar investment portfolio. You will guide US GAAP and Statutory reporting, supervise staff, and coordinate with internal and external partners to deliver accurate disclosures and strategic solutions.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and preferably an MBA or CPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Directs month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for investment asset classes.
• Directs staff and handles hiring, performance reviews, salary reviews, disciplinary actions, and termination.
• Directs compilation of financial statement disclosures for US GAAP and Statutory reporting.
• Reviews investment transactions for proper accounting treatment.
• Collaborates with other departments to analyze and resolve complex accounting and reporting challenges.
• Identifies and implements process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Statutory accounting

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project management

Staff development

Relationship building

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Investment accounting software

Job description

Job Purpose

The Director, Investment Accounting directs accounting operations, portfolio reporting, and regulatory compliance strategies. Oversees the accounting, financial reporting, and operational administration of the Company's multi-billion dollar investment portfolio, serving as a subject matter expert on both US GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, while directing staff to meet department objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Directs the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for our investment asset classes, while maintaining accounting policies and practices.
• Develops and maintains relationships with both external and internal business partners.
• Directs the compilation of financial statement disclosures for US GAAP and Statutory reporting.
• Reviews investment transactions to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Collaborates with other departments to analyze and recommend solutions for complex accounting, forecasting, and reporting challenges.
• Identifies, researches, and recommends process improvements.
• Directs staff and is responsible for personnel actions including hiring, performance and salary reviews, disciplinary action, and termination.

Other Duties

• Directs planning and execution of various special projects as required.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of all required management reporting.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of investment strategy and practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid PC Skills including Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel, as well as experience with investment accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Ability to direct staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master's Degree (MBA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• 8+ years of related experience required.

Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.