Sr. Investment Accountant

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting professional to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in critical financial reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with US GAAP and Statutory practices. Your expertise will support various projects and initiatives, contributing to the organization’s success in delivering specialty insurance solutions. With a focus on collaboration and growth, this position offers an opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you possess strong analytical skills and a passion for finance, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Community outreach

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in the insurance industry or financial services.
• Working knowledge of investments and accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Review investment accounting system reconciliations and document variances.
• Prepare monthly US GAAP trial balance reconciliations.
• Assist with internal and external auditor testing procedures.

Skills

Accounting

US GAAP

Statutory accounting

Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Clearwater Analytics

Oracle general ledger

Job description

Argo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness, and opportunity. We are an innovative organization that is small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry.

Our collaborative workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel:

• Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work.


• Confident that they will be treated respectfully.


• Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed.

At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you're wired to raise your hand and ask, "Where can I help?", you'll thrive with us.

Responsibilities:

• Review monthly investment accounting system to custodian position reconciliations, and proactively research, resolve, and document variances.


• Review and research daily suspense/OPR activity versus remittance detail provided by the investment manager, and coordinate the matching and clearing of this activity in the investment accounting system.


• Prepare monthly US GAAP and Statutory trial balance reconciliations.


• Prepare quarterly 10-K footnotes.


• Prepare quarterly and annual statutory schedules, including Schedules A, B, BA, D, DB, and E, along with related footnotes and general interrogatories.


• Perform internal controls as designed, maintaining appropriate documentation.


• Assist with internal and external auditor testing procedures and documentation requests.


• Assist with the review and maintenance of investment accounting system data, including transactions, pricing, ratings/NAIC designations, categorization of securities for reporting purposes, SMF data, LTV, and DSCR data for mortgage loans, etc.


• Support the investment accounting leaders on various projects and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.


• 3-5 years' insurance industry experience preferred; banking and other financial services experience will also be considered.


• Working knowledge of investments and related US GAAP and Statutory accounting practices across various asset classes, including bonds, equity securities, limited partnerships, loans, and derivatives.


• Experience with Clearwater Analytics highly desirable.


• Experience with Oracle general ledger.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.


• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.


• Ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• A self-starter and highly motivated, demonstrating sound judgment and effective teamwork.

Note: Argo Group will not sponsor employment authorization for this position at this time.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and wish to discuss accommodations, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.

Recruitment Agencies: Please do not forward resumes unless requested. Argo Group is not responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Argo Group International Holdings, Inc. is a leading underwriter of specialty insurance products, with over $8 billion in assets, working with independent agents and brokers to deliver solutions for niche markets.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits, professional development, community outreach, and a supportive work environment.