Investment Accounting Analyst
Kforce Inc.
Chesterfield, MO
- Analyzes investment income data/reports to ensure financial results are accurate
- Performs the reporting functions of investments, which include analysis of investment income data, internal management reporting, and preparation of investment disclosures for external reporting
- Works on special projects as needed
- Performs detailed review and analysis of net investment income, realized gains and losses, allowances and impairments, and investment yield data for all invested assets (e.g., bonds, equities, mortgage loans, derivatives, alternative assets)
- Performs detailed analysis of results for variance in trends and against expected results; provides solutions to resolve issues
- Navigates through substantial quantities of data/reports and/or statements to detect errors and gather financial information for reporting and/or make recommendations
- Internal controls: Support the team by ensuring that financial risks are understood, controls are followed, concerns are escalated, and documentation is updated timely; Participate in findings remediation and projects to mature controls through efficiencies and automation
- Audit-related activities: Evaluate auditor requests to pull relevant supporting documents for testing and respond to auditor inquiries in a professional manner, with an understanding of investment risks and ability to offer suggestions for issue resolution
- Collaborate cross-functionally: Works within Investment Accounting and with other functional areas to achieve efficient and effective accounting and reporting practices and procedures
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience
- Master's degree or CPA preferred
- 3 years of accounting or finance experience
- Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and advanced Excel skills
- Advanced level of investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
- Ability to be flexible when needed, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability
- Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects
- Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines
- Intermediate knowledge of accounting/finance theory and application and financial reporting
- Intermediate oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge
- Public accounting experience
- Intermediate experience with GAAP accounting
- Insurance/Reinsurance financial reporting experience
- Intermediate knowledge of investments and investment accounting
- Experience with PFI/PAM investment accounting platform highly desired
- Experience with PowerQuery, Tableau, Alteryx, or similar products is a plus
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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About the Company
Kforce Inc.
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.
Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.