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Analyst, Accounting - SLC Management
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What they do
An Accounting Analyst creates effective financial data analysis for their company. Develops financial documentation for organizational decision-makers and interpret large amounts of accounting reports for future financial decisions. Ensures accurate transaction records, evaluates financial processing, and controls transaction processes. Also analyzes and verifies company records following organizational rules and industry privacy standards, and has access to control data integration.
$83,904 / year median in Massachusetts
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description:
The Senior Accountant, Treasury & Investment Operations is responsible for supporting the accounting, treasury, investment operations, and financial reporting functions of Sun Life Investments LLC. This role supports the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer and President through the processing, reconciliation, accounting, and reporting of fixed income and derivative investment transactions. The position serves as a key liaison between accounting, portfolio management, custodial banks, counterparties, auditors, and operational service providers to ensure the accurate and timely settlement, accounting, and reporting of investment activities.WHAT YOU WILL DO
Perform daily cash reconciliations between investment accounting systems and bank accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Monitor and document cash receipts and disbursements related to investment and operational activities. Process, verify, and maintain documentation for fixed income and derivative transactions, including trade confirmations, settlements, exchanges, and terminations. Coordinate wire transfers and settlement communications with counterparties and custodial institutions. Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules related to investment settlements, foreign exchange activity, derivative transactions, guarantee fees, bank activity, and other accounting adjustments. Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and control requirements. Produce monthly investment, accounting, and control reports, including balance sheet reconciliations, foreign exchange analyses, derivative reporting, and portfolio reporting. Generate investment analytics and portfolio support reports as required. Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. Support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and special projects as assigned.WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 2 years of accounting, treasury, investment operations, or financial reporting experience. Experience working with fixed income securities, derivatives, investment accounting, or treasury operations preferred. Experience with investment management and accounting systems such as BlackRock Aladdin, Summit, or similar platforms is preferred.PREFERRED SKILLS
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting. Understanding of fixed income securities, derivative instruments, foreign exchange transactions, and investment settlement processes. Experience with cash reconciliation and treasury management activities. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency. Ability to collaborate effectively with portfolio managers, operations teams, auditors, custodians, and external counterparties. Commitment to maintaining strong internal controls and operational excellence. Why SLC Management? Opportunity to work for a growing global institutional asset manager Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being- mental, physical and financial
- including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture focused on career growth development #WeWinAsATeam The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential Award winning workplace culture•Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.
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Finance We are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range for this role is competitive and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined by your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on individual and overall business performance along with a broad range of competitive benefits. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com . We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment. For applicants residing in California, please read our employee California Privacy Policy and Notice .Benefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health and Wellness Programs