Derivative Investment Accountant

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Investment Accounting and one or a combination of the following: Insurance, Financial Services and/or Finance & Accounting

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Math, Statistics); Advanced Degree, CPA or CFA is preferred

• 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance in Financial Services industry with 3+ years of experience working with ASC 815

• Solid practical knowledge of derivative products/markets.  In addition, knowledge of other investment products is preferred

• Experience with application of US GAAP hedge accounting is preferred

• Experience with STAT accounting is preferred

• Strong knowledge and experience of financial instruments, including fixed income and equity securities, loans, alternative investments and more

• Strong knowledge and experience of GAAP accounting pronouncements, US GAAP and US insurance statutory disclosure and reporting requirements for Invested Assets

• Strong controllership mindset or financial reporting role at a public company; insurance sector experience a plus, audit background is preferred

• Computer proficiency with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Professional Skills:

• Innovative, improvement mindset

• Clear/critical thinking, excellent written/verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team

• Ability to balance multiple projects at once, to prioritize appropriately, and to approach the work with a sense of urgency and strong attention to detail to produce high quality results in a time sensitive environment

• High level of motivation and initiative, ability to work independently, including strong organizational and management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage a broad range of stakeholders

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Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York or Washington as set forth below.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

Information on benefits is here.

Role Location                                    Annual Salary Range

California                                          $63,200 to $154,800

Colorado                                           $63,200 to $133,700

New York                                          $58,500 to $154,800

Washington                                      $67,300 to $142,400

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