Lead Investment Accounting Specialist

Nationwide; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Disability coverage

PTO 18 days / year

Job summary

Nationwide seeks a Specialist, Investment Accounting in Columbus, OH. The role supports complex investment accounting functions, GAAP and regulatory reporting, and collaboration with auditors and management.

You will lead process improvements, ensure accuracy, and drive standards in a finance-focused, technology-enabled environment. You will coordinate with Investment Accounting Managers, contribute to financial statements, and participate in system enhancements while maintaining high-quality

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and regulatory reporting experience.
• Strong financial statement preparation and analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of complex investment accounting reports.
• Analyze regulatory and GAAP disclosures for compliance.
• Maintain and coordinate investment accounting records for reports.
• Develop and refine investment accounting processes and systems.
• Provide data and pro forma analyses for auditors and regulators.
• Mentor junior team members on accounting practices.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Regulatory reporting

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance degree preferred

Job description

Nationwide seeks a Specialist, Investment Accounting in Columbus, OH. The role supports complex investment accounting functions, GAAP and regulatory reporting, and collaboration with auditors and management.

You will lead process improvements, ensure accuracy, and drive standards in a finance-focused, technology-enabled environment. You will coordinate with Investment Accounting Managers, contribute to financial statements, and participate in system enhancements while maintaining high-quality