Analyst, Investment Accounting

$67,000 - $120,700/Yr

Lincoln Financial Group - Greenwood Village, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Greenwood Village, CO

5,001-10,000 employees

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Analyst, Investment Accounting position at Lincoln Financial Group involves providing timely and accurate investment reporting for the General Account Invested Assets under various accounting standards including Statutory, GAAP, Management, and Tax basis. The role requires performing investment research, analysis, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations to support strategic investment operations. This position is part of a dynamic team that collaborates with multiple stakeholders across the organization, offering opportunities to gain experience in financial reporting and investment accounting.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and proper investment reporting of General Account Invested Assets under applicable Statutory, GAAP, Management and Tax basis.
• Responsible for investment disclosures for SEC (10K and 10Q) and Statutory reporting (including blue book and green book schedules).
• Provide accounting information on fixed income and other investments for compliance with accounting/reporting regulations.
• Resolve discrepancies and inquiries on General Account Invested Assets from portfolio management and asset managers.
• Identify risks, research technical investment accounting issues, and communicate financial implications to management.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to facilitate the investment accounting process.
• Stay current on professional and industry trends and suggest improvements.

Requirements

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's).
• Prior experience working in investment accounting or accounting systems.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, securities, or financial reporting.
• Technical knowledge in investment accounting.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong relationship management skills with internal and external parties.
• Ability to identify and recommend process improvements.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with regulatory and job training requirements.

Benefits

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels.
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.
• PTO/parental leave.
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits.
• Free financial counseling, health coaching, and employee assistance program.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations.
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training.