Sr Investment Accountant I

pacificlife; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

Dental and Vision coverage

Wellbeing reimbursement account

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Pacific Life in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Investment Accountant I to join our Investment Accounting and Reporting team. The on-site role supports GAAP and statutory reporting, reconciliations, schedules, and audit readiness while collaborating with Finance and Investment Management.

You should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years of related experience; CPA or CPA-progress encouraged. We offer strong benefits and a culture of inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet monthly/quarterly deadlines.
• Ability to independently perform recurring accounting and reporting responsibilities and research moderately complex issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication across teams.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of investment accounting data to the general ledger for GAAP and statutory reporting.
• Prepare and support quarterly and annual investment schedules, financial statement disclosures, and related reporting.
• Analyze investment accounting activity and research reconciling differences to ensure timely resolution.
• Utilize investment accounting and reporting systems to research transactions, analyze data, and generate reports.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate supporting documentation and audit trails for accounting conclusions and reporting.
• Assist with researching investment accounting and reporting issues and applying applicable accounting guidance.
• Support internal and external audit requests related to investment accounting and reporting.
• Support Company-wide initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies.
• Collaborate with Investment Management, Finance, Operations, and other business partners to resolve accounting and reporting matters.

Skills

MS Excel

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Independent accounting & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA progress encouraged

Job description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own.

Pacific Life is investing in bright, agile and diverse talent to contribute to our mission of innovating our business and creating a superior customer experience. We're actively seeking a talented Senior Investment Accountant I to join our Investment Accounting and Reporting team in Charlotte, NC. This role will be on-site.

How you'll help us move forward:

• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of investment accounting data to the general ledger for GAAP and statutory reporting.
• Prepare and support quarterly and annual investment schedules, financial statement disclosures, and related reporting.
• Analyze investment accounting activity and research reconciling differences to ensure timely resolution.
• Utilize investment accounting and reporting systems to research transactions, analyze data, and generate reports.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate supporting documentation and audit trails for accounting conclusions and reporting.
• Assist with researching investment accounting and reporting issues and applying applicable accounting guidance.
• Support internal and external audit requests related to investment accounting and reporting.
• Support Company-wide initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve existing processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies.
• Collaborate with Investment Management, Finance, Operations, and other business partners to resolve accounting and reporting matters.

The experience you will bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work within monthly and quarterly reporting deadlines.
• Ability to independently perform recurring accounting and reporting responsibilities and research moderately complex issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

What will make you stand out

• CPA designation or progress toward CPA.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Experience with investment accounting and reporting for fixed income securities.
• Familiarity with GAAP and statutory investment accounting.
• Working knowledge of investment accounting systems such as ePAM or Maximis.
• Experience preparing or supporting investment schedules and financial statement disclosures.

Base Pay Range:

$85,050.00 - $103,950.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

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