Investment Accountant
Description
Who We Are
SiriusPoint is a global underwriter of insurance and reinsurance. We utilize deep risk capabilities to protect our customers and provide intelligent risk solutions to clients and brokers around the world. Bermuda-headquartered and listed on the New York Stock Exchange (SPNT), we work as ‘One SiriusPoint’, to apply expertise and underwrite risks across our four operational areas - International Insurance, North American Insurance, Global Accident and Health, and Global Reinsurance.
We have underwriting hubs in Bermuda, Liege, London, New York, Zurich, and Stockholm, and licenses to write Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance and reinsurance globally.
Join Our Team
You will be our Investment Accountant and will an integral part of an accounting team that supports a $7B portfolio made of Fixed Income and Alternative Investment asset classes. You will report to the Manager of Financial and Investment Accounting and will work closely with the internal investment manager.
Your responsibilities will include the following:
- Processing monthly and quarterly journal bookings, bank reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations primarily relating to investment transactions and accounts.
- Assisting in the preparation and review of the US GAAP financial statement investment disclosures & MD&A for the SEC 10Q/10K.
- Assisting in the preparation and review of US Statutory investment schedules.
- Assisting in the preparation and review of rating agency and capital analyses.
- Assisting in the determination of the proper accounting treatment of complex transactions.
- Implementing, documenting, and maintaining appropriate processes and controls in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) requirements.
- Managing internal and external audit requests.
- Supporting various treasury related activities.
- Preparing material for management and board committee presentation.
- Participating in process improvement and ad hoc projects as required including opportunities beyond investment accounting.
United behind common goals
At SiriusPoint we work as one team across our global business, and we unite that team behind common goals, understanding the positive impact we can all make at SiriusPoint. We aim to retain and attract great people, knowing they can achieve a rewarding and enriching career.
Our Purpose is to provide security and resilience in an uncertain world.
Our Vision is to be recognized as a best-in-class insurer and reinsurer utilizing deep risk capabilities to protect our customers. Blending our talent, expertise and data to provide intelligent risk solutions.
Our culture is one of performance and accountability. Our people are our experts and you will be empowered to apply your expertise in a supportive, collaborative and purposeful environment.
Our Values are at the heart of our business, and which guide everyday actions and decision making.
- Integrity: Integrity, respect and trust are our core principles
- Customer Focused: Our customers are the reason we exist
- Solution Driven: Creating solutions is our mindset
- Diversity: Diversity, inclusion and allyship make us stronger
- Collaboration: Collaboration drives outperformance
Your skills and abilities should include:
- Internationally recognized qualified accounting designation (CA, ACA, CPA or equivalent) is required with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience.
- Prior experiences in an investment related role or prior audit / advisory experience with one of the Big 4 accounting firms is preferred.
- Recent investment accounting experience in US GAAP is required, experience with US STAT is preferred.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point is essential.
- Experience with general ledger system such as Workday and investment accounting and analytic systems such as Clearwater and Aladdin.
- Extensive knowledge of fixed income asset classes as well as other asset classes including public equity, private equity, real estate, hedge funds and other investment funds is preferred.
- Self-motivated and highly analytical.
- Excellent organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills with proven ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and respond to changing priorities.
SALARY: The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $125,000 per year. This is a good-faith assessment of the salary range for this position only. In determining the actual salary within this range, SiriusPoint will consider a candidate’s relevant experience, location, and other job-related factors.
We Achieve More Together
We value and support the unique voices, backgrounds, lifestyles, and contributions of a diverse global employee base that contributes to our culture every day. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) is imperative to our success.
We are building an environment that imbeds DEI&B into everything we do and enables us to unlock critical drivers of equality, innovation and success. We want everyone to be included, valued, respected and supported to unleash their full potential.