LOCAL to St. Louis only - Accounting Analyst (Investments, GAAP, Tax) - No C2C -must be US Citizen, GC, GC EAD

Location – Chesterfield, MO – hybrid remote

3 years accounting or finance experience

reporting experience - 10Q/Ks (footnote disclosure preparation, analysis of fluctuations), etc.

Intermediate experience with GAAP accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and advanced Excel skills.

Preferred/Bonus

Any Investment Accounting (posting entries, running valuations, month-end close tasks, reconciliations)

Tax return experience is a plus

Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS)

CPA certification

Some insurance/reinsurance or financial services accounting experience

Experience with PFI/PAM investment accounting platform.

Experience with PowerQuery, Tableau, Alteryx, SQL/Query skills.

Experience with CoPilot or other automation tools.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Responsible for processing, system business functionality, analysis and reconciliation of investment accounting for various asset classes. Prepares financial results, analytics and various types of reports for internal and external stakeholders. Participates in the execution of effective internal controls and process improvements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

Collaborates with manager to develop goals that align with department and company objectives and then manages to those expectations.

Participates in projects that improve the efficiency of processes, quality of reporting, and strengthen the controls over investment accounting.

Participates in the enhancement of multiple investment accounting systems/technology tools for distinct asset types, efficient data consolidation, analysis and visual presentation.

Works with and supports Investment Department personnel on various aspects of the Company's investments goals and operational needs.

Coordinates communication with external advisors to ensure clear understanding of investment risks and exchange of data for proper accounting and reporting.

Works with other functional areas in the Company to achieve efficient and effective accounting and reporting practices and procedures and responds to and requests from other functional areas on various inquiries.

Soft Skills

Knowledge of accounting/finance, including broad business practices, investment accounting, GAAP and/or statutory requirements.

Advanced level of investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives.

Intermediate oral and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to convey business terminology that is meaningful and well received.

Ability to work well within a team environment, participate in department/cross functional projects and liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines.

Ability to balance priorities, take accountability for deadlines and demonstrate initiative for meeting deliverables with flexibility toward changing business needs.