We're Looking for an experienced Manager, Investment Accountant
About the Company:
Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $75 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement®.
We’re proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:
- Named to Ward’s 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
- Recognized on list of Ingram’s Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024
About the Role:
As a Manager, Investment Accounting – Accounting Operations, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative, agile team. You’ll design, analyze, and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and exceed expectations.
The Manager, Investment Accountant - Accounting Operations position reports to the Senior Manager, and can be based out of Overland Park, Kansas, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.
- Lead day-to-day investment ledger operations, including close management, reconciliation approvals, and oversight of key operational workflows across the Eldridge platform.
- Oversee monthly and quarterly close processes, including trial balance review, post-close income entries, GL feed management, and workbook completion.
- Manage cash and reconciliation activities, including weekly wire scrubs, entity-level recons, and subledger to GL tie-outs.
- Direct consolidation tagging, journal entries, and entity and account setup processes.
- Oversee investment-level analysis, including income, RGL, holdings, carry value reviews, and entity ownership updates.
- Maintain and improve operational bot infrastructure, workbook frameworks, and process documentation to support scalability and reduce key-person risk.
- Develop, mentor, and manage a team of operations accountants; set priorities, review work product, and support professional development.
- Lead and participate in special projects, including new investment onboarding, restructuring support, and process redesign initiatives.
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- 8+ years of investment or corporate accounting experience.
- CPA preferred or actively in process.
- Prior supervisory or management experience required.
- Strong knowledge of investment ledger operations and ERP systems (PeopleSoft and PAM preferred).
- Experience with automation tools and data workflows a plus.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, make decisions, and effectively communicate with all levels of management.
- Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (advanced Excel required).
Why Choose Security Benefit?
When you join our team, you’re not just getting a paycheck — you’re getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
- 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
- Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
- Educational assistance to support your career development.
- Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply today by visiting our career page to submit your resume. We’re excited to meet you!
Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- 8+ years of investment or corporate accounting experience
- CPA certification or active progress toward CPA certification
- Prior supervisory or management experience
- Strong knowledge of investment ledger operations and ERP systems
- Experience with PeopleSoft and PAM
- Experience with automation tools and data workflows
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, make decisions, and communicate effectively with all levels of management
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel
What We Do
Security Benefit Corporation (“Security Benefit”), through its subsidiary Security Benefit Life Insurance Company (SBL), a Kansas-based insurance company that has been in business for 130 years, is a leader in the U.S. retirement market. Security Benefit together with its affiliates offers products in a full range of retirement markets and wealth segments for employers and individuals and held $46.9 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2021. Security Benefit, an Eldridge business, is one of the fastest growing U.S. retirement companies and continues its mission of helping Americans To and Through Retirement®.
