Senior Investment Accountant

Job Description

Overview

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We are seeking a Senior Investment Accountant to join our investment accounting team and help deliver accurate, timely and complete reporting for a diverse group of insurance company clients. This role works closely with Clearwater Analytics and AAM's operations and portfolio management groups, while offering meaningful exposure to insurance investment accounting, client service and the fixed-income markets. The position is located in downtown Chicago, with some flexibility to work remotely in accordance with company policy.

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Job Summary

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The Senior Investment Accountant will report to the Director of Investment Accounting and collaborate with portfolio management, operations, external service providers and clients to support the accuracy, completeness and timely delivery of investment reporting. The position provides an opportunity to deepen your expertise in the accounting and reporting of insurance-company investment portfolios while building trusted relationships across the firm and with clients.

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The successful candidate will combine strong technical accounting skills with sound judgment, clear communication and a service-oriented mindset. You should be comfortable investigating complex issues, working with large data sets and using advanced Excel capabilities to improve reporting quality and efficiency.

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Primary Responsibilities

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• Prepare, review and analyze monthly and quarterly client investment reports using Clearwater Analytics

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• Validate the accuracy and completeness of investment data and ensure reporting conforms to applicable accounting and reporting standards

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• Maintain current knowledge of accounting and reporting standards applicable to investment securities and insurance-company portfolios

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• Respond to client inquiries and partner with portfolio management to address reporting needs clearly and promptly

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• Research and resolve reporting exceptions, data discrepancies and other investment-accounting issues

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• Coordinate with internal teams and external service providers to support an efficient and well-controlled reporting process

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• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, automate recurring tasks and improve the quality and efficiency of reporting

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• Take ownership of assigned work and actively pursue additional responsibilities that support professional growth and team success

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Primary Working Relationships

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• Internally: investment accounting, portfolio management, operations, research, trade/settlement groups

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• Externally: clients, Clearwater Analytics, custodians and other service providers

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Candidate Requirements

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• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0

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• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience involving fixed-income securities

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• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reporting practices for investment securities, particularly bonds and other fixed-income instruments

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• Advanced Excel skills, including experience with macros and VBA, and a demonstrated ability to work accurately with large data sets

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• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with careful attention to detail

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• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients

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• Experience with Clearwater Analytics and insurance investment accounting is preferred

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Benefits

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• 401(k)

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• Dental Insurance

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• Disability Insurance

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• Travel Insurance

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• Health Insurance

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• Health Savings Account

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• Flexible Spending Account

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• Life Insurance

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• Paid Holidays

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• Paid Parental Leave

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• Paid Time Off

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• Professional Development Assistance (Education Assistance)

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• Remote Flexibility

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• Transit Pass and Qualified Parking Savings

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• Bonus Program

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Pay

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The annual salary range is $90,000 to $150,000, based on experience and qualifications. AAM also provides a discretionary bonus program based on firm and employee performance.

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We encourage qualified candidates who are interested in building their insurance investment accounting expertise and contributing to a collaborative, client-focused team to apply.

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AAM is a Chicago-based SEC Registered Investment Advisor founded in 1982 that is dedicated solely to insurance asset management. Our talented and innovative team of experts is committed to generating the best investment ideas for our clients. With substantial expertise in portfolio management, in-house security research and superior service, we have distinguished ourselves in the industry. Our strength originates from our size, from our independent research capabilities and from our ability to invest specifically to meet our client’s goals, needs and circumstances. As of 6/30/2026, AAM manages $28.2 billion for 122 clients throughout the United States. AAM is privately owned by a combination of 24 employee Members and Securian Financial.

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AAM provides equal opportunity and advancement for qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital or familial status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law.

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