Investment Accountant/Assistant Controller

Atlas Search; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A leading international private investment firm is seeking an Investment Accountant to oversee accounting and reporting for investment portfolios backing life and annuity products. This role emphasizes accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with statutory and GAAP standards, requiring a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The firm offers a competitive salary range between $90,000 and $140,000 annually and comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in life insurance, annuity, or investment accounting.
• Strong understanding of NAIC statutory accounting principles and U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with corporate bonds and private placements.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting for investment portfolios backing insurance and annuity liabilities.
• Prepare statutory schedules and regulatory filings.
• Monitor adherence to investment policy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Clearwater Analytics

Excel

Job description

A leading international private investment firm with a long history of cross-border investing across Europe and North America. The firm operates through several complementary platforms, including private equity, credit, and real estate, each built on a disciplined, value-oriented investment philosophy. Its collaborative structure and rigorous analytical approach have made it a trusted partner to institutional investors worldwide.

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Overview

The Investment Accountant will oversee accounting and reporting for investment portfolios backing life and annuity products. This position focuses on ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with statutory and GAAP standards, with a strong emphasis on asset-liability alignment and investment performance oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting for a diversified investment portfolio supporting insurance and annuity liabilities, including fixed income, structured products, and private placements.
• Record and reconcile investment transactions such as purchases, sales, interest accruals, amortization, impairments, and valuation adjustments.
• Prepare and review statutory schedules (D, BA, DB) and supporting documentation for regulatory filings.
• Support both GAAP and statutory reporting cycles, including preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and related disclosures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Finance, Treasury, and Actuarial to ensure investment results align with product and liability management strategies.
• Work with third-party managers and custodians to reconcile investment data and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor adherence to investment policy and regulatory requirements, including diversification and credit quality standards.
• Produce management reporting on investment income trends and portfolio performance metrics.
• Support audits and regulatory examinations through documentation and analysis.
• Identify and implement enhancements to investment accounting processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in life insurance, annuity, or investment accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of NAIC statutory accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, and RBC concepts.
• Experience with investment asset classes common to insurance portfolios—corporate bonds, structured securities, mortgage loans, and private placements.
• Familiarity with Clearwater Analytics or similar investment accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort handling large data sets.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Investment Management, and Insurance

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave