Senior Associate, Investment Accounting

The Senior Associate of Investment Accounting is responsible for the compilation of monthly and quarterly investment data for Fortitude Re which includes analysis of net investment income, realized gains and losses, investment yields, investment balances by asset class, etc. This position will be involved in recording activity into the GL, reconciliations, audit support, and ad hoc projects as the company acquires more blocks of business. This position will report to the AVP, Investment Accounting Manager and provide the employee the opportunity for professional development and career advancement.  This role will be based in our Nashville, TN office on a hybrid basis. 

What You Will Do:

• Support the accounting close process, including preparation of journal entries and corresponding balance sheet reconciliations for both GAAP and STAT bases of accounting. 
• Execution of internal control procedures over a diverse asset class mix including Fixed Income and Equities, Commercial Mortgage Loans, Private Equity, Hedge Funds and Real Estate.
• Provide detailed investments data for Economic Balance Sheet calculation and Bermuda reporting. 
• Work with Fortitude Re’s investment accounting platform to ensure completeness and accuracy. 
• Monitor, research, and resolve issues related to investment suspense account balance. 
• Liaise with internal and external audit teams in order to provide requested information and appropriate evidence of the operation of internal controls. 

What You Will Have:

• Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance - CPA preferred. 
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in reinsurance industry or financial services.
• Knowledge of investment products: Fixed Income and Equities.
• Experience managing large volumes of data, with strong general ledger and/or analysis tool systems background.
• Experience with PowerQuery, Alteryx, Tableau or similar products desired.
• Experience using Clearwater investment accounting platform desired.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, with strong proficient in Microsoft excel.
• Highly motivated and created / strategic thinker.
• Strong management and leadership skills, with the ability to manage processes working with a diverse team across multiple departments and locations.

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