Senior Investment Accounting Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quarterly investment reporting for GAAP filings, Statutory financial reporting, and internal management reporting, including reporting to Protective’s parent company, Daiichi Life Group
• Lead and coordinate monthly management reporting and analysis of Protective’s investment portfolio, providing insight into results, trends, and key drivers.
• Serve as a project lead for Investment Accounting initiatives, partnering with IT and business stakeholders to define project scope, priorities, timelines, testing, and implementation activities.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, risks, and completion dates to ensure successful execution.
• Execute and oversee month‑end close processes, including data validation, compliance checks, variance analysis, and reconciliation of investment subledgers.
• Assist with the development, governance, and maintenance of investment‑related data used for internal and external reporting, including transactions, positions, performance, and analytical datasets.
• Perform key investment accounting and reporting functions that may evolve from period to period based on business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Build and deepen subject‑matter expertise in investment accounting and understand how accounting outcomes impact the broader organization.
• Collaborate with the accounting policy team to implement new accounting standards, interpret guidance, and ensure compliance with existing regulations.
• Apply strong problem‑solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve issues in coordination with internal partners and external data providers.
• Create and maintain process documentation and work instructions to support consistent execution and knowledge sharing.
• Respond to ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and special projects as needed to support business and leadership needs.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Accounting & Investment Knowledge:
• Strong understanding of accounting principles with demonstrated experience applying GAAP and Statutory Accounting.
• Knowledge of investment or securities accounting concepts, processes, and reporting requirements.
• Systems & Technical Aptitude:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets.
•  Strong aptitude for understanding systems, data flows, and upstream/downstream impacts.
• Experience with PAM (Princeton Financial Systems) or similar investment accounting platforms preferred.
• Analytical & Detail Orientation:
• Excellent analytical skills; strong attention to detail.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify issues, investigate root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Communication & Collaboration:
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with internal partners and external providers.
• Execution & Ownership:
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• High level of initiative and ownership.
• Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Accounting
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within investment accounting, financial reporting, or public accounting environments.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and related analytical tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• "Big 4" audit or assurance public accounting experience.
• Exposure to GAAP accounting and Statutory Accounting; experience working with investments or securities accounting processes.
• Familiarity with investment accounting software (PAM).