Investment Accounting Associate II – Mortgage Loans, Real Estate

MassMutual

. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close cycles for mortgage loan and real estate asset classes .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $99,800 - $131,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in investment accounting, including compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements, while effectively analyzing financial data and presenting insights to senior management. Proven ability to manage complex projects, improve accounting processes, and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

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Investment Accounting ExperienceGAAP Accounting KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsCPA Designation

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Hard Skills

Investment AccountingGAAP AccountingStatutory AccountingFinancial AnalysisData AnalysisFinancial ReportingAccounting Process ImprovementInternal Control FrameworkRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Statement Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingAdaptabilityIntellectual Curiosity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Mortgage Loan AccountingReal Estate AccountingInvestment TransactionsFinancial StatementsAudit Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close cycles for mortgage loan and real estate asset classes
Account for investment transactions in compliance with applicable regulations
Review and analyze reports prepared by the third-party administrator
Review financial statements, footnote schedules, regulatory filings, and management reports
Analyze trends and results and develop commentary explaining impacts on financial results
Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial analysis reports to senior management
Support annual regulatory financial statement audit requests and participate in auditor discussions
Manage competing priorities and improve established processes
Identify and implement accounting improvements
Lead increasingly complex projects and continuous improvement efforts
Collaborate with Accounting Policy, Chief Investment Office, Tax, Financial Reporting, Capital Management, and business unit controllers
Implement new statutory and GAAP investment accounting requirements
Establish accounting processes for new investments and investment-related transactions
Develop, document, and maintain the internal control framework
Monitor investment accounting controls, including vendor-performed work
Participate in implementing the Company’s new ledger

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
4+ years of investment accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility
2+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, PivotTables, data analysis, and large financial datasets
Experience with investment, loan, mortgage loan, and/or real estate accounting is a plus
CPA designation or progress toward certification preferred
Knowledge of statutory (STAT) and GAAP accounting
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data and communicate results
Ability to deliver high-quality work efficiently and operate with increasing independence
Ability to build and maintain relationships across cross-functional teams and with third parties
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to succeed in a dynamic, agile environment
Intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive and bonus opportunities
Bonus target or Variable Incentive Compensation component
Industry-leading pay and benefits
Access to learning, development, and internal networks
Employee-led communities and forums supporting connection, learning, and inclusion
Collaborative, inclusive, vibrant, and diverse culture
Accommodation support for the application process