Manager, Investment Accounting

We're Looking For An Experienced Manager, Investment Accountant

Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $75 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement®

About the Company

• Named to Ward’s 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram’s Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the Role

As a Manager, Investment Accounting – Accounting Operations, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative, agile team. You’ll design, analyze, and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and exceed expectations.

The Manager, Investment Accountant - Accounting Operations position reports to the Senior Manager, and can be based out of Overland Park, Kansas, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

• Lead day-to-day investment ledger operations, including close management, reconciliation approvals, and oversight of key operational workflows across the Eldridge platform.
• Oversee monthly and quarterly close processes, including trial balance review, post-close income entries, GL feed management, and workbook completion.
• Manage cash and reconciliation activities, including weekly wire scrubs, entity-level recons, and subledger to GL tie-outs.
• Direct consolidation tagging, journal entries, and entity and account setup processes.
• Oversee investment-level analysis, including income, RGL, holdings, carry value reviews, and entity ownership updates.
• Maintain and improve operational bot infrastructure, workbook frameworks, and process documentation to support scalability and reduce key-person risk.
• Develop, mentor, and manage a team of operations accountants; set priorities, review work product, and support professional development.
• Lead and participate in special projects, including new investment onboarding, restructuring support, and process redesign initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 8+ years of investment or corporate accounting experience.
• CPA preferred or actively in process.
• Prior supervisory or management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of investment ledger operations and ERP systems (PeopleSoft and PAM preferred).
• Experience with automation tools and data workflows a plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, make decisions, and effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (advanced Excel required).

Why Choose Security Benefit

When you join our team, you’re not just getting a paycheck — you’re getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
• 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
• Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
• Educational assistance to support your career development.
• Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.

Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.