Senior Investment Accounting Operations Analyst

Alternate Locations: Work from Home; Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

 

 Work Arrangement:

Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

 

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

 

Requisition #: 74189

 

The Role at a Glance

The Senior Investment Accounting Operations Analyst provides subject matter expertise and direction on complex operational and accounting processes for securities (public, private, and ABS) in Lincoln’s General Account Invested Assets on a GAAP, STAT, Tax, and Bermuda basis. You will perform complex research and analysis and confirm proper accounting treatment of Lincoln’s securities positions to support strategic investment operations & initiatives. They will also lead special projects, and coach and develop less experienced team members. 

What you'll be doing

What you'll be doing 

• Responsible for accounting for securities (public, private, and ABS) on a GAAP, STAT, Tax, and Bermuda basis. 
• Provides oversight of investment accounting data recorded by our third-party partner in PAM for Investments and ensures information in the PeopleSoft general ledger is reconciled to PAM subledger on a monthly basis . 
• Researches, identifies, and resolves complex investment accounting issues related to securities. 
• Collaborates across the organization with Investment Reporting, Treasury, Reinsurance, Legal, and Front and Middle Office teams to ensure transactions are booked appropriately and communicated to all relevant parties, including onboarding new transaction types and asset classes. 
• Prepares and/or reviews suspense, payable, and receivable account reconciliations and works with internal partners and third-party partner to ensure items are reconciled and cleared timely. 
• Enhances and executes SOX/MAR controls to ensure effective procedures are in place to support completeness and accuracy of reporting related to securities. 
• Coordinates with third-party provider to ensure accurate data is available for Statutory reporting, including updating NAIC ratings, obtaining audited annual financial statements for certain investments and filing with the SVO, and monitoring assets held on deposit.  
• Monitors Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivery, providing oversight, review, and direction as necessary to ensure deliverables are accurate and on-time. 
• Serves as a project manager for assigned investment accounting projects. Reviews technical work of less experienced team members or MSP providers. 
• Provides expertise and training and coaching to junior team members. 
• Provides technical research on new & existing general account investments. 
   

What we’re looking for

Must-Haves 

• 5-7+ Years experience in securities accounting directly aligned to the specific responsibilities for this position. 
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience, CPA preferred. 
• Technical knowledge of securities accounting required, experience with PAM for Investments preferred. 
• Strong problem-solving, process improvement, and critical thinking skills, identifying the appropriate resources and tools to drive solutions. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to adapt quickly in a changing work environment. 
   

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through February, 28, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume. 

 

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial Group, 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 Lincoln leadership Attribute.

• 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

• A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well