Remote Investment Accountant—GAAP & Statutory

Lincoln Financial Group; Radnor (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Financial Group is seeking an Investment Accountant - Financial Reporting to deliver timely accounting, analysis, and reporting for General Account investments across Statutory, GAAP, Management, and Tax bases.

The role emphasizes expertise in fixed income, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans, with collaboration across finance, investments, actuarial, tax, and reporting functions. Insurance industry experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of investment accounting experience in an insurance context.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Statutory and GAAP investment reporting and NAIC requirements.
• Experience with fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans.
• Knowledge of NAIC investment classifications, Schedule D reporting, and insurance regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform investment accounting for General Account assets under Statutory, GAAP, Tax, and Management reporting.
• Research and evaluate complex investment transactions for proper accounting.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for various asset classes.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies with portfolio managers and custodians.
• Prepare and review investment-related disclosures, statutory schedules, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct technical accounting research and recommend new strategies and requirements.
• Respond to investment-related requests from rating agencies; assist surveys and external reporting.
• Maintain and enhance investment accounting controls and SOX compliance.
• Lead or participate in system enhancements and strategic initiatives affecting investment accounting.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and communicate complex matters to stakeholders.
• Review work and mentor team members.

Skills

Investment accounting

GAAP/Statutory reporting

Fixed income securities

Structured products

Alternative investments

Mortgage loans

NAIC reporting

Schedule D reporting

Insurance industry knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CFA or progress toward

Tools

Clearwater

PAM

Eagle

Geneva

Job description

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Investment Accountant - Financial Reporting

Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

Relocation assistance:is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #:76673

The Role at a Glance

The ideal candidate will bring investment accounting experience gained within an insurance company, insurance asset manager, or similar organization supporting General Account invested assets and related financial and regulatory reporting. Individuals with a strong foundation in insurance investment accounting, statutory and GAAP reporting, and insurance investment portfolios will be most successful in this role.

What you'll be doing

• Perform investment accounting for General Account invested assets under Statutory, GAAP, Tax, and Management reporting frameworks.
• Research and evaluate complex investment transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory guidance.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including accounting and reporting for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, private placements, and mortgage loans.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies while collaborating with portfolio managers, asset managers, custodians, and internal business partners.
• Prepare and review investment-related disclosures, statutory schedules, regulatory filings, earnings analyses, management reporting, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct technical accounting research and provide recommendations on new investment strategies, transactions, asset classes, and emerging accounting requirements.
• Respond to investment-related requests from rating agencies and support the completion of surveys, questionnaires, and other external reporting requirements.
• Maintain and enhance investment accounting controls, support SOX compliance, and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Lead or participate in projects, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives impacting investment accounting and reporting.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and communicate complex accounting matters to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Review work, provide mentorship, and share technical expertise to support team development.

What we’re looking for

Must-Haves

• 3+ years of investment accounting experience within an insurance company, insurance asset management organization, or similar environment supporting insurance investment portfolios.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of insurance investment accounting and financial reporting under Statutory and GAAP frameworks.
• Experience accounting for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans.
• Knowledge of NAIC investment classifications, Schedule D reporting, and insurance regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Nice to-Haves

• CPA, CFA, progress toward a professional designation, or demonstrated expertise and relevant experience in investment accounting and reporting.
• Experience with insurance investment accounting systems such as Clearwater, PAM, Eagle, Geneva, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with SEC, Statutory, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting General Account investment portfolios for life insurance, annuity, or property & casualty insurance companies.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31st, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values andleadership attributes

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Work arrangements that work for you

Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is$75,000 - $120,000with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities

If you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.

Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at [e-mail] if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling [phone].

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