Manager, Accounting Advisory

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Offer accounting expertise for various investment asset classes such as bonds, mortgages, derivatives, and equity investments.

• Engage in cross-functional teams addressing financial reporting implications related to investments.

• Influence the structuring of new investment opportunities.

• Manage the recognition and ongoing accounting for newly acquired investments or asset classes by F&G.

• Monitor and apply emerging accounting guidelines that affect investments.

• Evaluate unique investments proposed by asset managers and analyze their financial reporting outcomes.

• Examine the financial reporting consequences of organizational initiatives, including consolidation, asset transfers, derivatives and hedging programs, and capital financing.

• Assess, document, and educate stakeholders on GAAP and statutory accounting as well as financial reporting requirements.

• Evaluate new investments in accordance with statutory guidance, including principles-based bond definitions.

• Keep track of proposed amendments to GAAP and statutory accounting guidance, advocating for the company's positions during industry group discussions.

• Educate organizational stakeholders and coordinate across functions regarding relevant accounting literature.

• Prepare documentation that supports accounting positions in relation to new accounting standards.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of accounting policies.

• Collaborate directly with the audit team on new transactions and accounting standards.

• Act as a primary point of contact for accounting inquiries throughout the organization.

• Report to the AVP, Accounting Advisory, while collaborating with Investment Strategy, Hedging, Middle Office, Investment Accounting, and Capital Planning.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in accounting is required.

• At least 7 years of relevant experience.

• Experience in researching accounting guidance or prior accounting policy experience is necessary.

• Extensive knowledge of insurance company investment accounting topics is highly preferred, including fixed income investments, equity investments, derivatives, hedging, asset transfers, IMR/AVR, and affiliated accounting models.

• Experience with a Big 4 firm in the insurance audit practice or in an accounting advisory role focused on investment accounting is advantageous.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Proficiency in researching accounting issues, drafting professional accounting policies and position papers, and effectively communicating conclusions to management.

• Capable of exercising judgment, presenting alternatives, and making recommendations.

• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with business partners.

• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Capacity to manage multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines.

• Skill in leading discussions and providing clear and concise documentation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Option to choose an in-office, hybrid, or remote work arrangement in consultation with the leader during the hiring process.

• Flexible, employee-focused work environment.

• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

• Equal opportunity employer.