Investment Accounting Sr. Finance Analyst - Remote

Mutual of Omaha is looking to fill a position on the Investment Accounting team. The role involves performing accounting and financial analysis for private equity and alternative investments, ensuring accurate financial reporting and collaboration with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Perform accounting and financial analysis for private equity and alternative investments, including limited partnerships and other complex investment structures, ensuring accurate recognition and measurement of investment activity
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules; analyze capital calls, distributions, investment income, realized and unrealized gains/losses, impairments, and valuation changes with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness
• Apply and interpret relevant Statutory and U.S. GAAP accounting guidance for alternative investments, including NAIC SSAP (e.g., SSAP No. 48 and SSAP No. 97) and U.S. GAAP (e.g., ASC 323, ASC 820, and ASC 946), to ensure appropriate financial reporting
• Collaborate with Investment Management, Actuarial, and Finance teams to explain results and resolve accounting questions
• Interact directly with internal and external auditors, including preparation of audit support and responses to inquiries
• Navigate and collaborate with Investment Management stakeholders and external vendors while maintaining sound accounting judgment and integrity
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and supporting documentation
• Provide support for derivatives and other investment types as needed, with primary responsibility focused on alternatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience in insurance investment accounting, including Statutory and GAAP
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply accounting guidance to complex investment transactions
• Strong understanding of insurance investment accounting principles
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong Excel skills (advanced proficiency required)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 5-10% annually) to attend Finance and Actuarial events (travel reimbursed)
• Able to work remotely with access to a high-speed internet connection and located in the United States or Puerto Rico
• CPA or progress toward CPA, or MBA
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in private equity and/or alternative investment accounting
• Experience with investment accounting and reporting systems, including: Clearwater Analytics, Workiva, WINGS / SOVOS
• Familiarity with STAT and GAAP disclosure requirements
• Experience working with custodians, investment managers, or third-party administrators