Senior Associate, Derivatives Accountant

Lincoln Financial

. Support the monthly statutory close process for derivative investments by preparing accounting entries, schedules, and supporting documentation .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $59,250 - $94,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in derivative accounting, including statutory reporting, hedge accounting, and compliance with SOX controls. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for validating data accuracy and identifying process improvements.

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Derivative AccountingStatutory ReportingHedge AccountingSOX ControlsAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounting EntriesStatutory Reporting SchedulesReconciliationsDerivative Data ValidationDocumentation Preparation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Derivative InvestmentsInternal AuditsRegulatory RequestsProcess ImprovementsControl-Environment Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the monthly statutory close process for derivative investments by preparing accounting entries, schedules, and supporting documentation
Prepare and maintain statutory reporting schedules and analyses
Assist with statutory hedge accounting activities, documentation, designated hedge tracking, and required reporting
Perform reconciliations of derivative-related accounts and research routine variances
Review derivative activity and settlements for accurate recording and source documentation
Execute assigned SOX controls and maintain control-environment documentation
Support internal and external audits, examinations, and regulatory requests
Validate completeness and accuracy of derivative data, cash flows, and reporting outputs
Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements to templates, procedures, and workflows
Support system implementations, testing activities, and process changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years experience in derivative accounting that directly aligns to the specific responsibilities for this role
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Analytical skills and close attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt quickly in a changing work environment

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 (discretionary)
Potential long-term incentives and sales incentives
Relocation assistance is not available