Director, Investment Operations

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905.  We’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s most trustworthy financial companies and best mid-sized employers. With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

 

What’s in it for you?

American National supports a comfortable, diverse, and inclusive work environment, following a casual dress code and focus on healthy work-life balance. We understand that comprehensive benefits are important which is why we offer a generous package that includes: medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, matching 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, health-wellness initiatives, and a volunteer program where employees are provided PTO for giving their time to a charity of choice, and referral bonuses! We also offer a comprehensive wellness program that includes onsite fitness centers and classes or discounted gym memberships, free health screenings, free flu shots, and more.

Director, Investment Operations

American National is seeking a full-time, Director of Investment Operations to effectively lead team members, originate/administrate the investment accounting process for portfolios, be the front-line stock and bond close coordinator, and primary custodial contact. To thrive in this position, you should have your degree in accounting or finance, be comfortable navigating various accounting software, successfully led teams, and have investment/financial reporting experience.
 

Onsite Placement Locations: Houston & League City, Texas

 

How you will make an impact:

• Oversee team members and daily business operations
• Manage the CAMRA accounting system and related procedural workflows to ensure consistent processes and accurate records are reflected in all investment accounts, positions, security pricing, capital transactions, securities reorganizations, composite memberships, and performance calculations
• Direct the trade order management system and related procedural workflows to ensure consistent processes and accurate records are reflected in trade orders, trade allocations, trade restrictions, and communication with brokers
• Safeguard compliance by actively maintaining policies and procedures 
• Ensure the integrity of system data to provide correct recurring and ad-hoc reporting deliverables to both internal and external clients
• Serve as the key operational liaison to all custodians, executing brokers, third party administrators, and related vendors
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through self-initiated professional development

 

Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or finance 
•    Demonstrated leadership achievement in the financial services industry
•    Investment / Financial reporting expertise

 

Eligible employees may pursue approved industry certifications with reimbursement assistance, on the job study time, and financial incentives. Ask your recruiter for more details!

Salary for this position can range from $102,000 for candidates who are minimally qualified through $128,000 for more highly qualified candidates. Candidates outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill and education.

 

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

 

American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application(s) by logging into our Career Portal.

 

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