Investment Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Investment Accountant

Location: Milwaukee, WI 

Type: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week) 

Duration: January 2025 - July 2025 (6 month contract)

Perks: Competitive Rates, Benefits, free daily lunch when onsite 

Job Summary:

Prepare accurate financial reporting for fixed income, equity securities, and alternative investments for the organization and its related entities. Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to internal management, external agencies, and auditors. Contribute to maintaining data integrity by verifying the accuracy of investment systems and financial processes related to assets, income, and gains/losses.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing the investment sections of quarterly and annual filings with state insurance regulators and audited financial statements.
• Complete monthly closing processes, ensuring assets, income, and gains/losses are recorded according to Statutory and U.S. GAAP principles. This includes performing monthly reconciliations within the investment systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to verify transaction accuracy.
• Prepare additional periodic reports as requested.
• Identify and implement improvements in reporting and financial processing workflows.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices related to investments is a plus.
• Demonstrated decision-making and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• High level of personal initiative and self-motivation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel.