Senior Investment Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services is looking for a Senior Investment Accountant in Raleigh, NC. This role is pivotal in managing complex accounting functions for investment portfolios and ensuring compliance with critical financial reporting standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in investment accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in relevant accounting software.

Benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years in investment accounting or financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of investment products and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor investment transactions including various asset types.
• Prepare and review investment reports on a monthly and annual basis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other accounting standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

CPA or CFA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Clearwater Analytics

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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Senior Investment Accountant
Our client is seeking a Senior Investment Accountant with a strong background in financial services. This individual will be responsible for managing and executing complex accounting functions related to investment portfolios. The role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering strategic insights to support informed investment decisions. This position typically serves asset management firms, insurance companies, pension funds, or other financial institutions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Process and monitor all investment transactions including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternative assets.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual investment reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant accounting standards.
• Reconcile investment accounts and resolve discrepancies with custodians and fund managers.
• Analyze investment performance and variances, providing insights to senior management.
• Prepare and file regulatory reports (e.g., NAIC, SEC, IRS).
• Monitor changes in investment accounting regulations and implement necessary updates.
• Calculate investment-related tax obligations and assist in tax reporting.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to automate reporting and reconciliation processes.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CFA preferred).
• 5+ years in investment accounting or financial reporting, preferably in a senior or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of investment products and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Clearwater Analytics).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Insurance

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