Director, Finance

Director, Finance

This role could be hybrid or remote based on proximity to an office location.

The Director of Investment Accounting will provide professional management direction and oversight for the investment accounting activities of the organization. Responsible for the evaluation and delivery of internal and external investment accounting needs, including the review and development of existing and new GAAP and statutory reports, implementation of new information technology, and assistance of new investment accounting initiatives with other business partners.

At Ameritas, our mission is Fulfilling Life. We do that in many ways, but especially by helping people invest in themselves by offering trusted financial products and advice. Because we believe everyone should be happy, healthy, and financially secure, we work hard to provide trusted financial products and valued guidance, including individual life and disability insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, investments, and wealth management services.

What you do

• Responsible for the Investment Accounting function, including oversight and direction of GAAP and statutory accounting, and reporting for all asset classes in the Companys consolidated investment portfolio and its subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Ensure accurate month-end, quarter-end and annual reporting of balances relating to investment assets, liabilities, income and expenses on a GAAP and statutory basis of accounting.
• Build and maintain external relationships with auditors, vendors and other business partners and leverage relationships to ensure continuity of services provided. Act as liaison for investment related requests and oversee RFP process for any services or products evaluated.
• Build and maintain internal relationships with diverse lines of businesses and other parts of the organization, including financial reporting, tax, treasury, and investment operations to support their specific needs.
• Develop continuous process improvement strategy which includes automation and the implementation of new technology, processes, and reporting, and strengthens controls over investment accounting.
• Assist management in the development of key business indicators, metrics, analytic reports, and investment-related strategies. Communicate to business leaders and internal business partners on the same.
• Stay abreast of financial reporting and regulatory developments related to investment accounting which can impact the Company and facilitate compliance with such regulations.
• Manage a small team of investment accounting professionals, including establishing and monitoring of goals, reviewing work completed by team on a timely basis, and ensuring proper communication of investment accounting and corporate policies, practices, and performance.
• Additional duties as required.
  

What you bring

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required.
• 7 -10 years of related experience required in the areas of investment accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, process improvement, and the broader accounting profession, including GAAP and statutory requirements.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other finance related certification desired.
• 4 or more years of management or people leadership experience required.
• Highly effective skills in organization, managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, oral and communication, and analytical and problem-solving.
• Basic Word and Intermediate Excel required.
• PFI/PAM, Precision, and Oracle experience preferred.
• Ability to travel to home office in Lincoln, NE as needed will be required if working remotely.

What We Offer

• Our company motto is Fulfilling Life and we take that job seriously, with a heavy commitment to volunteering and community support, employee well-being, and providing quality products and services that help our customers create a brighter future.
• Being a mutual-based organization, the return on our investment goes back into the company, to benefit our members/customers.
• Were committed to professional development, opportunity, inclusion and diversity. Team building and collaboration are also priorities.
• A total rewards package with all the comprehensive health and welfare benefits youd expect, including competitive pay and incentives, 401(k), flexible work schedules and time off to care for yourself and others.
• Additional popular benefits, including tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment, an incentivized well-being program, adoption assistance, paid time off for volunteering, training and career development opportunities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, were committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: $119,631--$203,373.