Investment Accountant I

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Lansing, MI, USA
In-Office
Junior
Financial Services
The Role
Performs basic investment accounting tasks including posting, reconciling and analyzing invested asset and custody bank accounts, daily collateral processing, and producing reports. Supports specific investment categories and assists on special projects as assigned.
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Job PurposePerforms basic accounting functions to maintain a complete and accurate general ledger and financial statements. Provides basic analysis and reporting as assigned.Essential Responsibilities
  • Applies accounting techniques and standard practices to the classification and recording of financial transactions.
  • Posts, balances and reconciles various invested asset accounts.
  • Reconciles custody bank activity.
  • Performs transaction analyses, investigates data variances or anomalies and creates reports for review.
  • May provide accounting support and administration for specific investment categories (such as derivatives, mortgage loans, limited partnerships, etc.).
  • Performs daily collateral processing.
Other Duties
  • May assist with special projects.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Basic understanding of GAAP accounting principles and procedures (understanding of IFRS and Statutory accounting preferred).
  • Ability to learn and understand Jackson products and systems.
  • Detail-oriented, organized and able to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good PC skills, including MS Word, Access and Excel and other department software.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field required.
  • 1+ years work experience preferred.

Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field
  • 1+ years work experience
  • Basic understanding of GAAP accounting principles and procedures
  • Understanding of IFRS and Statutory accounting
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Access, and Excel
  • Ability to learn and understand company products and systems
  • Detail-oriented, organized and able to prioritize to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
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The Company
HQ: Lansing, MI
3,409 Employees

What We Do

Jackson® is committed to helping clarify the complexity of retirement planning. Our range of annuity products, financial know-how, history of award-winning service*, and streamlined experiences strive to reduce the confusion that complicates retirement plans. We dedicate our time, money, and resources to strengthening financial literacy, striving to make sure every American has access to the resources they need to master their money and their future. We believe by providing clarity for all today, we can help drive better outcomes for tomorrow. Interested in becoming one of our associates? We develop and celebrate talent in many areas, from sales and marketing to consulting and compliance. We know that diversity and inclusion make us all stronger together. Learn more about our products at jackson.com Contact Us Jackson.com 517/381-5500 – General Information 800/644-4565 – Contract Owners 877/565-2968 – Values and Contract Information * SQM (Service Quality Measurement Group) Contact Center Awards Program for 2004 and 2006-2021. (To achieve world-class certification, 80% or more of call-center customers surveyed must have rated their experience as very satisfied, the highest rating possible.) Jackson® is the marketing name for Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Home Office: Lansing Michigan) and Jackson National Life Insurance Company of New York® (Home Office: Purchase New York). Jackson National Life Distributors LLC. SMPR1292 03/23

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