Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

Pacific Life is investing in bright, agile and diverse talent to contribute to our mission of innovating our business and creating a superior customer experience. We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Investment Accountant I to join our Investment Accounting and Reporting team in Charlotte, NC. This role will be on-site.

As a Senior Investment Accountant I, you’ll support Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by providing timely and accurate investment accounting and reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, as well as ad-hoc reporting to key stakeholders. This role supports the investment accounting and reporting functions for fixed income assets.

How you'll help us move forward:

• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of investment accounting data to the general ledger for GAAP and statutory reporting.
• Prepare and support quarterly and annual investment schedules, financial statement disclosures, and related reporting.
• Analyze investment accounting activity and research reconciling differences to ensure timely resolution.
• Utilize investment accounting and reporting systems to research transactions, analyze data, and generate reports.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate supporting documentation and audit trails for accounting conclusions and reporting.
• Assist with researching investment accounting and reporting issues and applying applicable accounting guidance.
• Support internal and external audit requests related to investment accounting and reporting.
• Support Company-wide initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve existing processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies.
• Collaborate with Investment Management, Finance, Operations, and other business partners to resolve accounting and reporting matters.

The experience you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work within monthly and quarterly reporting deadlines.
• Ability to independently perform recurring accounting and reporting responsibilities and research moderately complex issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

What will make you stand out

• CPA designation or progress toward CPA.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Experience with investment accounting and reporting for fixed income securities.
• Familiarity with GAAP and statutory investment accounting.
• Working knowledge of investment accounting systems such as ePAM or Maximis.
• Experience preparing or supporting investment schedules and financial statement disclosures.

You can be who you are.
People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife. 

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.