Investment Accountant – Financial Reporting

Lincoln Financial

. Perform investment accounting for General Account invested assets under Statutory, GAAP, Tax, and Management reporting frameworks .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in investment accounting, particularly within insurance investment portfolios, with a strong focus on Statutory and GAAP reporting frameworks. Capable of conducting technical accounting research, managing multiple priorities, and enhancing accounting controls while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Investment Accounting ExperienceStatutory And GAAP ReportingFixed Income Securities AccountingCPA Or CFA CertificationInsurance Regulatory Reporting Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Investment AccountingFinancial ReportingTechnical Accounting ResearchReconciliation SkillsAccounting Discrepancy ResolutionInvestment Transaction EvaluationInvestment-Related Disclosures PreparationProcess Improvement IdentificationPortfolio Management CollaborationEarnings Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentorship

Tools & Technologies

ClearwaterPAMEagleGenevaInvestment Accounting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACFAProfessional Designation Progress

Industry Keywords

Insurance Investment AccountingNAIC Investment ClassificationsSchedule D ReportingRegulatory ComplianceGeneral Account Investment Portfolios

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform investment accounting for General Account invested assets under Statutory, GAAP, Tax, and Management reporting frameworks
Research and evaluate complex investment transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory guidance
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, private placements, and mortgage loans
Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies with portfolio managers, asset managers, custodians, and internal business partners
Prepare and review investment-related disclosures, statutory schedules, regulatory filings, earnings analyses, management reporting, and supporting documentation
Conduct technical accounting research and provide recommendations on new investment strategies, transactions, asset classes, and emerging accounting requirements
Respond to investment-related requests from rating agencies and support surveys, questionnaires, and external reporting requirements
Maintain and enhance investment accounting controls, support SOX compliance, and identify process improvements
Lead or participate in projects, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives impacting investment accounting and reporting
Prepare technical accounting memoranda and communicate complex accounting matters to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Review work, provide mentorship, and share technical expertise to support team development

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of investment accounting experience within an insurance company, insurance asset management organization, or similar environment supporting insurance investment portfolios
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Strong understanding of insurance investment accounting and financial reporting under Statutory and GAAP frameworks
Experience accounting for fixed income securities, structured products, alternative investments, and mortgage loans
Knowledge of NAIC investment classifications, Schedule D reporting, and insurance regulatory reporting requirements
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines in a dynamic environment
CPA, CFA, progress toward a professional designation, or demonstrated expertise and relevant experience in investment accounting and reporting
Experience with insurance investment accounting systems such as Clearwater, PAM, Eagle, Geneva, or similar platforms
Familiarity with SEC, Statutory, and other regulatory reporting requirements
Experience supporting General Account investment portfolios for life insurance, annuity, or property & casualty insurance companies

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training
Annual Incentive Program eligibility
Potential long-term incentives and sales incentives
Standard benefits package