Investment Accountant

Company Description

AlphaEdge Investment Management, a subsidiary of United Heritage Insurance, specializes in tailored investment strategies for insurance companies, managing nearly $900 million in assets across fixed-income, equity, asset-backed, and alternative investments. The firm leverages over 20 years of experience to maximize yield returns through active portfolio management, direct investments, and strong broker relationships.

Job Summary

AlphaEdge is seeking an Investment Accountant to support investment accounting, reporting, and financial analysis across a diverse portfolio. This role offers hands-on exposure to complex investment structures and accounting processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, solutions-driven, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. This position reports to the Director of Investment Operations and is based in Meridian, Idaho, with a hybrid work schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies within Clearwater; coordinate with client service teams to address issues across accounts
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and support the month-end close process
• Forecast daily bank and trust balances
• Assist with trade settlement and daily reconciliation processes
• Maintain and monitor mortgage loan portfolio activity
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and yearly investment schedules
• Participate in investment team meetings, conduct ad hoc investment analysis
• Collaborate cross-functionally on process improvements and operational initiatives
• Prepare and file state tax returns and research state and local tax issues
• Assist in preparing schedules for auditors and examiners

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• 1-3 years of accounting or finance experience
• Strong Excel and overall technical skills; ability to learn new systems quickly
• Solid understanding of accounting principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Expressive of United Heritage Core Beliefs: “We Care, Relationships Matter, Do the Right Thing, Own It, Believe it’s Possible”

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with investment accounting
• Knowledge of statutory accounting

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment. May sit for long periods of time. Visual acuity to perform reading and computer functions.

Workplace Culture and Benefits

United Heritage Financial Group is an established and growing company. We offer a flexible work environment and pride ourselves on a culture of innovation and inclusion. Our company offers professional development, mentorship, and opportunities to give back to the communities we serve. Our competitive compensation and benefit package includes a 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting, profit sharing, company-paid disability, paid parental leave, a paid volunteer day, 11.5 paid holidays plus an additional floating holiday, and a generous PTO/vacation plan based on length of service with the company. Our standard full-time work week is 37.25 hours/week – we close at 3:00 on Fridays to kick off the weekend! United Heritage firmly believes in supporting employees and our community; we actively support local charitable agencies and make sustainability and social responsibility a priority.

This position is eligible for healthcare, dental, and vision benefits on day one and a new hire mentor program to support a successful onboarding experience!