Sr Accountant

About this role

Sr Accountant - FA08BE We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.   

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION? The senior accountant position will be responsible for analyzing and reporting on The Hartford’s investment results. Primary responsibilities include supporting SEC reporting, credit loss reviews, and investment-related financial reporting. The position provides a macro overview of the investment portfolio with regular interaction with investment analysts, sector heads, finance leadership, and senior members of the HIMCO platform. Specific tasks include:

• Prepare and analyze investment-related disclosures included in The Hartford’s 10Qs, 10Ks, Investor Financial Supplement

• Develop and support information delivery related to the invested asset portfolio, including additional financial reporting requirements and ad hoc requests

• Assist in the quarterly credit loss review and yield update process. Analyze investment trends and market factors to inform discussions regarding loss expectations and quantitative cash flow modeling outcomes, including discussions with investment analysts and sector heads. Support materials presented to senior HIMCO and Corporate Finance leadership as part of the quarterly credit loss governance process.

• Assist in evaluating market developments, valuation considerations, and accounting implications across a diverse investment portfolio.

• Support a strong control environment through the execution, documentation, and testing of SOX controls

• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives by leveraging the investment accounting system, data warehouse, TM1, A.I.-enabled tools, and other technologies

• Assist in the research and implementation of new investment accounting guidance and disclosures

WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION? This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in the office (Hartford, CT) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA or CPA-track a plus

• 2+ years experience, Big 4 firm or industry-related experience preferred

• Familiarity with GAAP accounting and a strong control mindset

• Proven track record of taking initiative to research and resolve issues, with a desire to continue learning in a rapidly changing environment

• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

• Ability to react and successfully balance multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment under strict time constraints

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

About the Firm: Hartford Investment Management Company (HIMCO) is the asset management arm of The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The Hartford). HIMCO is an insurance asset manager with over $100 billion in assets under management across the global fixed income, equity and alternatives markets.  The firm manages assets on behalf of The Hartford, as well as insurance, sub-advisory and other institutional clients.

The Hartford is a Fortune 200 company, with approximately 18,500 employees worldwide.  The company is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, and other investment products.  At The Hartford, we are committed to practicing our business in a sustainable way.  We work to address environmental, social and economic needs and to do the right thing for our stakeholders.

As a condition of your employment for HIMCO, you will be required to affirm to HIMCO’s Code of Ethics and understand that you will be required to comply with the disclosure of accounts, holdings and pre-clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully described in the Code of Ethics Key Points.  If you will be deemed to be a “Covered Associate” under HIMCO’s Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose all political contributions that you have given within the past 2 calendar years.

Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$76,000 - $114,000 Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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