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AIG Assistant Manager, Accounting in New York, New York
Who we are
AIG, Inc. is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. AIG, Inc. (“AIG”) offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified, multichannel distribution network. Customers value AIG’s strong capital position, extensive risk management and claims experience and its ability to be a market leader in critical lines of the insurance business.
Corporate Finance - Investment Accounting
The Investment Accounting group at AIG is responsible for the accounting and reporting for AIG's Invested Assets of over $300 billion as of 31 December 2022 comprised primarily of fixed maturity securities and includes private equity, hedge funds, commercial/residential loans and equity securities.
The Investment Accounting group’s specific responsibilities include reconciliation of transactional data from various sub-ledgers (Clearwater, Investran, and LMS) to the general ledger and ultimately AIG's financial statements as well as all related external reporting for investments (10Q/K, Financial Supplement, STAT Audited Financials and Investment NAIC reporting). The team is also responsible for the implementation of new accounting systems as it relates to invested assets, implementation of new GAAP and STAT accounting standards as it relates to invested assets, establishing the accounting for new transactions or new investment types and management of the risks, controls and AIG audit as it relates to investments and supporting Investment FP&A.
Responsibilities
Execute and manage accounting processes related to the monthly and quarterly accounting close to ensure accuracy of AIG’s invested assets data of certain international entities
Support the preparation of certain Investment disclosures for AIG 10Q/K and Financial Supplement, including as appropriate the Investment, Lending, Fair Value, VIE Footnotes and Investment MD&A
Assist with the implementation of process improvements and new systems, in coordination with other areas of the department/organization
Point of contact and support for the various business unit and corporate controllers
Coordinate with various areas in the organization to develop an understanding of new investment transactions and to provide guidance/support that ensures the accounting results from these investments are accurately recorded in the AIG ledgers
Perform ad-hoc analytical requests
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
3+ years’ experience in accounting and reporting for investment products
Solid understanding of investment products and accounting treatment for fixed maturity, equity, cash equivalent and alternative investments
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP) and the recording of investments-related journal entries
Experience with foreign currency remeasurement and translation
Strong analytical skills, including experience performing investment data analysis including commentary
High level of competency using Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and formulas to create/manage investment data and perform analysis
Ability to work collaboratively with teams in multiple locations
Ability to balance multiple projects at once, to prioritize appropriately, and to approach the work with a sense of urgency and strong attention to detail to produce high quality results in a time sensitive environment
Team-player mindset geared towards process improvements and the implementation of accounting controls to ensure consistency and data quality of the team’s financial output
High level of motivation and initiative, ability to work independently, including strong organizational skills
Comfort level working within a dynamic and complex organizational structure
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain relationships at all levels within the organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, and other external and internal audiences
Computer proficiency with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, database experience a plus
• For positions based in New York City, the base salary range is $97,000 -$122,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: AIG Benefits Overview (https://sprcdn-assets.sprinklr.com/248/0a780968-b61c-4521-b06e-ffe3eb552e83-228292781/New_Hire_Benefits_Overview_202.pdf)
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At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
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We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through our flexible work arrangements, diversity and inclusion learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The diversity of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com .
Functional Area:
FA - Finance
Estimated Travel Percentage (%): No Travel
Relocation Provided: No
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At AIG, helping people discover new potential is our purpose. As a global risk leader, we do this for our clients every day. Through our deep expertise in their industries and our innovative solutions that help them smartly manage risk, we enable their growth in ways they never thought possible.
But we also do the same thing for our employees, because we know our people are our greatest strength-the source of every insight, every idea and every innovation. When we're working as one team to do what's right for our colleagues and our communities, we can achieve excellence together. We encourage colleagues to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs.
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