Security Benefit · 2 weeks ago
Investment Accounting - Staff Accountant II
400 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expSecurity Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $55 billion in assets under management. As a Staff Accountant II, you will play a key role in the Investment Accounting Team, focusing on recording, reporting, and analyzing investment activity for the company’s subsidiaries.
CrowdfundingFinancial ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Account and report on various investments including, but not limited to, debt instruments, equity investments, and derivatives
Contribute to the data management process by ensuring appropriate source of information for reporting needs
Support re-occurring and ad-hoc reports/dashboards with charts, graphs, tables, infographics, etc. using a variety of data to tell a meaningful story
Review and complete investment related journal entries within the general ledger system, PeopleSoft
Review and complete a monthly analysis of general ledger reconciliations to underlying investment data from PAM
Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual investment-related disclosures for audited GAAP and Statutory financial statements
Assist in analyzing investment accounting results and communicating with management
Complete and assist with various audit related work papers for interim and annual audits and address additional follow-up questions/inquiries via internal or external auditors as they arise
Participate in development and changes to areas of responsibility that would enhance, improve or facilitate job performance, process or workflow
Work with internal and external sources to ensure proper understanding and reporting of financial data, including the Investment Team, Actuarial, and accounting vendors
Develop and maintain effective and efficient relationships with internal and external customers as well as business partners
Maintain documentation files for investments according to the position’s responsibilities
Assist in developing and maintaining a strong internal control environment within the Investment Accounting function
Assist in maintaining, testing, and evaluating software upgrades and enhancements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the utilization of investment related systems
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories desired
Willingness to develop industry related knowledge
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to meet critical deadlines
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
Concerned with customer satisfaction and consistent work to provide high level of satisfaction
Ability to work independently, make decisions and effectively communicate with all levels of management
Strong computer skills including but not limited to MS Office Suite (intermediate Excel skills required)
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Preferred
Three to five years of accounting experience required, with insurance industry investment accounting experience preferred
Familiarity with data visualization-oriented BI tools preferred
Knowledge of investments, both fixed-income and equity, as well as derivative transactions preferred
Knowledge of PeopleSoft and PAM preferred
Benefits
33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance)
Paid parental leave after 90 days of service
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
Life Insurance to protect your loved ones
Educational assistance to support your career development
Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being
Company
Security Benefit
Security Benefit is a financial service provider company.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.15B2025-09-26Debt Financing· $500M
2024-10-30Debt Financing· $650M
Leadership Team
Doug Wolff
CEO & President
Recent News
2025-09-19
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