Position Overview
More than anything, RGA employees love their jobs because it's challenging work. We believe smart people work smarter when they're empowered. When they use logic, balanced with creativity and curiosity. At the forefront of RGA's culture is collaboration - a must to be successful within our organization. These are just a few of the attributes we are looking for in a Investment Accounting Analyst to join our team.
The Investment Accounting Analyst is responsible for processing data, system business functionality, accounting, analysis and reconciliation for investment accounting systems and strategies related to various asset classes. This role works on special projects as needed.
Responsibilities
* Performs accounting functions and prepares month-end, quarter-end, and annual analysis for assigned accounting areas.
* Provides solutions to resolve issues and navigates through large quantities of data to detect errors and gather financial information.
* Gathers information to accurately understand and summarize issues, evaluates risks and challenges, and works collaboratively to propose recommendations and implement approved changes.
* Performs testwork related to system and process enhancements and upgrades.
* Works with other functional areas to achieve efficient and effective accounting and reporting practices and responds to requests from other functional areas on various inquires.
* Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education and Experience Required:
* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience
* 5+ years accounting or auditing experience
Preferred:
Master's Degree, CPA
* Progress towards FLMI
* Public accounting experience
* Investment Accounting experience
* Intermediate experience with Statutory or GAAP accounting
* Insurance/Reinsurance financial reporting experience Skills and Abilities
Required:
* Advanced Excel skills
* Competent knowledge in Statutory and GAAP accounting
* Produces results - action-oriented and high energy with the ability to quickly adapt to new methods, work under tight deadlines and high-pressure conditions.
Advanced ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously;
Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
* Advanced level of investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
* Ability to be flexible when needed, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability.
* Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously;
Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
* Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects
* Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions
* Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines
* Intermediate oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge
Preferred:
* Experience with data analytics and related analytical tools (Tableau)
* Basic SQL/Query skills
Company Overview
Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) is one of the largest global providers of life reinsurance, with offices around the world. RGA delivers expert solutions in individual life reinsurance, individual living benefits reinsurance, group reinsurance, financial solutions, facultative underwriting and product development. Our mission is to enhance our clients' prosperity by supporting their financial and risk management capabilities.
State of Colorado: This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. The pay range for this position in Colorado is $70,235-91,360 per year. Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA compensation includes an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and maintains a full range of competitive health and life insurance, retirement and other employee benefits.
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RGA Reinsurance Company
October 02, 2022