Investment Accountant - Financial Reporting

Investment Accountant - Financial Reporting

This role is responsible for providing timely and accurate investment accounting, analysis, and reporting for Lincoln Financial's General Account investment portfolio across Statutory, GAAP, Management, and Tax reporting bases. The position requires expertise in the accounting and reporting of fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans, while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will support investment accounting operations, technical accounting research, financial reporting, and strategic initiatives while partnering across finance, investments, actuarial, tax, and reporting functions. This role also contributes to the continued development of the investment accounting team through knowledge sharing and mentorship.

What you'll be doing:

• Perform investment accounting for General Account invested assets under Statutory, GAAP, Tax, and Management reporting frameworks.
• Research and evaluate complex investment transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory guidance.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including accounting and reporting for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, private placements, and mortgage loans.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies while collaborating with portfolio managers, asset managers, custodians, and internal business partners.
• Prepare and review investment-related disclosures, statutory schedules, regulatory filings, earnings analyses, management reporting, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct technical accounting research and provide recommendations on new investment strategies, transactions, asset classes, and emerging accounting requirements.
• Respond to investment-related requests from rating agencies and support the completion of surveys, questionnaires, and other external reporting requirements.
• Maintain and enhance investment accounting controls, support SOX compliance, and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Lead or participate in projects, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives impacting investment accounting and reporting.
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and communicate complex accounting matters to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Review work, provide mentorship, and share technical expertise to support team development.

What we're looking for:

Must-Haves:

• 3+ years of investment accounting experience within an insurance company, insurance asset management organization, or similar environment supporting insurance investment portfolios.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of insurance investment accounting and financial reporting under Statutory and GAAP frameworks.
• Experience accounting for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans.
• Knowledge of NAIC investment classifications, Schedule D reporting, and insurance regulatory reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Nice to-Haves:

• CPA, CFA, progress toward a professional designation, or demonstrated expertise and relevant experience in investment accounting and reporting.
• Experience with insurance investment accounting systems such as Clearwater, PAM, Eagle, Geneva, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with SEC, Statutory, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting General Account investment portfolios for life insurance, annuity, or property & casualty insurance companies.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31st, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes Leadership development and virtual training opportunities PTO/parental leave Competitive 401K and employee benefits Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program Tuition assistance program Work arrangements that work for you Effective productivity/technology tools and training

About The Company:

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY.

Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.