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<p style="text-align:left">Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.</p><p style="text-align:left">Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.</p><div><div><p><span><span>Position responsible for<span> </span></span><span>accurate</span><span><span> </span>and<span> </span></span><span>timely</span><span><span> </span>accounting for investments and investment programs</span><span><span> </span></span><span>on an IFRS, USGAAP, STAT basis along with financial statement reporting support, regulatory reporting<span> </span></span><span>support</span><span><span> </span>and managerial reporting support. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Accounting encompasses</span><span>:<span> </span></span><span>Implementation of accounting guidance and policy</span><span>;<span> </span></span><span>Investment system set up review,<span> </span></span><span>monitoring</span><span><span> </span>transaction set up and processing oversight monitoring and maintenance of<span> </span></span><span>i</span><span>nv</span><span>estment</span><span><span> </span></span><span>s</span><span>ystem feed to general ledger and other systems used for reporting support (IRDB, BRDB, GRDB). Financial statement and regulatory reporting support encompasses legal entity/reporting entity level review and analysis of accounting for investments. Managerial reporting support encompasses<span> </span></span><span>portfolio</span><span><span> </span>/ line of business metric review of accounting for investments.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>What<span> </span></span><span>you will</span><span><span> </span>do:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for the presentation in the general ledger of<span> </span></span><span>accurate</span><span><span> </span>accounting for investments<span> </span></span><span>by accounting</span><span><span> </span>basis and legal entity.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for<span> </span></span><span>accurate</span><span><span> </span>accounting in the sub-ledger system.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>May be tasked with monthly Inv Sub-ledger System close process.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Reads, understands,<span> </span></span><span>questions</span><span><span> </span>new guidance and policy papers from Internal Technical Accounting Group and/or Management.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Implements accounting guidance and policy and<span> </span></span><span>assists</span><span><span> </span>with implementation of new or updates to guidance/policy</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Has conceptual and research<span> </span></span><span>skills</span><span><span> </span>to research, read and understand technical accounting pronouncements issued by FASB, SEC, NAIC, OFSI, IASB and others.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for<span> </span></span><span>accurate</span><span><span> </span>general ledger presentation of accounting for investments.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Understands and supports the<span> </span></span><span>accurate</span><span><span> </span>presentation of<span> </span></span><span>investment</span><span><span> </span>types on financial statements.  Understands categorization from general ledger to financial statements and<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span><span> </span>disclosures per basis. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>General ledger presentation includes implementation of all guidance related to investments including reviews<span> </span></span><span>of g</span><span>eneral ledger results and reconciliation</span><span>s</span><span><span> </span></span><span>monthly</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Reconciles and answers to any accounting issues on investments.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Assists</span><span><span> </span>with implementation of new or updates to guidance/policy. Assists with F/S documentation and disclosure support.  May be requested to review F/S or disclosures. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Works to support<span> </span></span><span>i</span><span>nvestment reporting teams in their preparation of F/S</span><span>.  Prepare</span><span><span> </span>and/or support F/S, regulatory, or managerial reporting efforts monthly and quarterly.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for responding to and<span> </span></span><span>assisting</span><span><span> </span>with audits on investments<span> </span></span><span>i</span><span>ncludes financial audits, regulatory audits, internal<span> </span></span><span>audits</span><span><span> </span>etc.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Periodically reviews set up for<span> </span></span><span>i</span><span>nvestment</span><span>s<span> </span></span><span>s</span><span>ystem</span><span><span> </span>for investments</span><span><span> </span>and<span> </span></span><span>GL feed. Test new<span> </span></span><span>i</span><span>nvestment<span> </span></span><span>s</span><span>ystem releases for all<span> </span></span><span>processing for</span><span><span> </span>investment</span><span>s. P</span><span>articipates/assists with new system implementations. Transaction, monthly pricing, security SMF set up oversight and control - daily/monthly/</span><span>quarterly</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Special Projects as assigned</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Other duties as assigned.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>EDUCATION</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance<span> </span></span><span>required</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>What<span> </span></span><span>you will bring:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>4-6 years of related accounting experience; and Investment experience</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>CPA and / or MBA preferred</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Advanced Excel skills preferred</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Intermediate MS Access skills</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong accounting theory skills, research skills and<span> </span></span><span>problem-solving</span><span><span> </span>skills</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong conceptual skill in data movement, moderate IT skills</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span><span> </span></span><br><span><span>This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,<span> </span></span><span>responsibilities</span><span><span> </span>and qualifications of the job.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.   You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description.   You may be<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span><span> </span></span><span>perform</span><span><span> </span>other duties that are not included<span> </span></span><span>in</span><span><span> </span>this job description.  The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may<span> </span></span><span>terminate</span><span><span> </span>employment at any time, for any reason.</span></span><span> </span></p></div></div><p></p><p><b>What we offer you</b></p><p></p><p>We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision and life insurance</li><li>Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup</li><li>Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year</li><li><span>Business-casual</span> environment that includes the option to wear jeans</li><li>Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year</li><li>Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year</li><li>Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)</li><li>Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Base Salary Range</b></u></p>$83,400.00 - $117,750.00<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Equal opportunity employer </span><i><span>•</span></i><span>  Drug-free workplace</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:</p>06-12-2026<p style="text-align:inherit !important"></p><p style="text-align:left !important"><b>Want the latest money news and views shaping how we live, work and play? Stay in the know with </b><a href="https://www.empower.com/the-currency" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0000ff"><b><u>The Currency</u></b></span></a><b>  and sign up for Empower’s free newsletter.</b></p>

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