Y Combinator Investment Accounting Senior Analyst
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
POSITION OVERVIEW
KKR Insurance seeks to recruit a Senior Analyst to join the Investment Accounting team. The individual will support the monthly and quarterly close process, investment accounting and reporting, reconciliations, analytical review, and ongoing enhancement of processes and controls. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support monthly, quarterly and annual investment accounting close activities
- Prepare and review reconciliations between investment accounting systems, the general ledger, holdings data and other source systems; investigate and resolve reconciling items
- Support accounting and reporting for a broad range of investments, including fixed income securities, structured securities, mortgage and other loans, alternative investments and derivatives
- Perform period-over-period analytical reviews of investment balances, income and other financial statement activity, and investigate significant or unusual movements
- Coordinate with Investment Operations, Portfolio Management, Reinsurance, Financial Reporting, Treasury, Investment Controls and other teams to resolve accounting and reporting matters
- Assist with the accounting and reporting assessment of new investments, transaction structures and other business initiatives
- Prepare supporting documentation for investment accounting conclusions, reconciliations, financial reporting and key control activities
- Participate in system implementations, enhancements, testing and other initiatives impacting investment accounting processes and data
- Identify opportunities for process enhancement, standardization and automation and assist with implementation
- Support ad hoc investment accounting analyses and other projects as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related field
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in investment accounting, insurance accounting, public accounting, financial reporting, investment operations or a related field
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; experience with U.S. Statutory accounting is preferred.
- Familiarity with investment products such as fixed income securities, structured products, mortgage loans, private credit, alternative investments and/or derivatives is preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve accounting and data-related issues
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and a high volume of work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with Clearwater Analytics, PeopleSoft or other investment accounting/general ledger systems is preferred
- Ability to quickly understand new investment products, accounting concepts and processes
- Demonstrated interest in process improvement, automation and technology-enabled solutions
- CPA or progress toward CPA designation is a plus
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This is the expected annual base salary range for this Boston-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email Benefits@kkr.com. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
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Basics
First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (11)
- Home Address optional
- LinkedIn Profile optional
- Website optional
- If yes, please briefly describe your current visa status. optional
- Work Authorization Expiration Date optional
- Please provide name of Referrer. If not applicable, please indicate N/A. optional
- If yes, please provide details of the role, location and date. optional
- If you replied yes to the question above, please provide details of non-compete, non-solicitation and/or notice periods. optional
- If yes, please provide your Deloitte employment details: job title, employment dates (MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY or MM/YYYY - Present, and office/location (city, country).
- If Yes, please provide the name of the current GA or KKR employee and identify the familial relationship.
- If you are fluent in any additional language, please specify. optional
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- Are you legally authorized to work for our company in the U.S.?
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
- Are you currently an employee or have you been previously employed by KKR?
- Were you referred by a current or previous KKR employee, or by an external affiliate of KKR?
- Is the referrer aware they are being cited as a referral source? optional
- Have you interviewed with KKR, its affiliates or any of its portfolio companies in the past 12 months?
- Do you currently have a non-compete, non-solicitation, or notice period agreement that may affect your employment with KKR? Select all that apply.
- Are you currently, or have you ever been, employed by Deloitte in any capacity--for example, full-time, part-time, fixed-term, contractor/temporary, or intern/co-op/apprentice or the like?
- Do you have any family members currently employed by KKR (inclusive of Global Atlantic Financial Company (“GA”)? For purposes of this question, a “family member” includes (a) anyone related to a KKR or GA employee by blood, adoption, foster care or marriage (including step-relationships); or (b) a spouse, fiancé(e), domestic partner, or any individual with whom the employee has a relationship that is substantially similar to a familial or marital relationship.
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- Please indicate any languages in which you are fluent.