Director of Accounting (Hartford County)
Smith Arnold Partners, Hartford, CT, United States
Are you looking for a high-profile Investment Accounting Leadership position in a dynamic organization?
We are seeking a high-visibility accounting professional to lead their investment accounting & reporting group. This position reports into the C-level and will lead the team responsible for GAAP investment disclosures, quarterly investment processes, and the analysis of complex asset classes. You will champion continuous improvement and modernization, leveraging capabilities across the investment accounting platform, data warehouse, and emerging AI to streamline workflows, enhance analytical insight, and increase efficiency.
What are people saying about this company?
Great team to work for, able to still have a family life and a career.
The upper management is excellent at what they do and is constantly trying to do more and to do it more effectively
Title: Director of Investment Accounting Reporting
Location: Hartford County, CT - Hybrid
Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 + Bonus & LTI
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee accounting and analysis for alternative asset classes, including derivative hedge effectiveness testing, review of net investment income budget and outlook projections, and delivery of reporting and analysis needed for these asset classes
Drive the adoption of new GAAP and SEC accounting standards and investment structures, from technical research and policy through assessment, communication, and execution of financial statement impacts
Improve the investment sections of the financial reports and Investor Financial Supplements—partnering across the organization to translate portfolio developments and market conditions into clear, decision-useful disclosures
Lead the quarterly credit loss review and yield update process, integrating investment performance, market drivers, and cash flow modeling outputs into recommendations and a final readout for senior leadership
Serve as a member of the Valuation Committee, contributing expertise on the development, refinement, governance, and ongoing evaluation of valuation models and methodologies
Respond to strategic and ad hoc analytical requests
Partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders to deliver GAAP audit requirements and maintain strong SOX control design, documentation, and operating effectiveness
Lead, coach, and develop a team, fostering strong feedback, accountability, and leadership behaviors aligned with the company culture
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. A Master’s Degree is a plus
7+ years of relevant experience in the Big 4 and/or corporate accounting & Reporting leadership roles
Strong GAAP foundation with a demonstrated controls mindset
Experience in the investment and/or insurance industry is a plus
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and control
Deep technical and analytical capability, with a solid understanding of capital markets and underlying business drivers; able to serve as a trusted thought partner
Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams through change
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions, levels, and competing perspectives
We are seeking a high-visibility accounting professional to lead their investment accounting & reporting group. This position reports into the C-level and will lead the team responsible for GAAP investment disclosures, quarterly investment processes, and the analysis of complex asset classes. You will champion continuous improvement and modernization, leveraging capabilities across the investment accounting platform, data warehouse, and emerging AI to streamline workflows, enhance analytical insight, and increase efficiency.
What are people saying about this company?
Great team to work for, able to still have a family life and a career.
The upper management is excellent at what they do and is constantly trying to do more and to do it more effectively
Title: Director of Investment Accounting Reporting
Location: Hartford County, CT - Hybrid
Salary: $150,000 – $180,000 + Bonus & LTI
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee accounting and analysis for alternative asset classes, including derivative hedge effectiveness testing, review of net investment income budget and outlook projections, and delivery of reporting and analysis needed for these asset classes
Drive the adoption of new GAAP and SEC accounting standards and investment structures, from technical research and policy through assessment, communication, and execution of financial statement impacts
Improve the investment sections of the financial reports and Investor Financial Supplements—partnering across the organization to translate portfolio developments and market conditions into clear, decision-useful disclosures
Lead the quarterly credit loss review and yield update process, integrating investment performance, market drivers, and cash flow modeling outputs into recommendations and a final readout for senior leadership
Serve as a member of the Valuation Committee, contributing expertise on the development, refinement, governance, and ongoing evaluation of valuation models and methodologies
Respond to strategic and ad hoc analytical requests
Partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders to deliver GAAP audit requirements and maintain strong SOX control design, documentation, and operating effectiveness
Lead, coach, and develop a team, fostering strong feedback, accountability, and leadership behaviors aligned with the company culture
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. A Master’s Degree is a plus
7+ years of relevant experience in the Big 4 and/or corporate accounting & Reporting leadership roles
Strong GAAP foundation with a demonstrated controls mindset
Experience in the investment and/or insurance industry is a plus
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and control
Deep technical and analytical capability, with a solid understanding of capital markets and underlying business drivers; able to serve as a trusted thought partner
Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams through change
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions, levels, and competing perspectives