Director of Investment Finance and Analysis

4 days ago


West Des Moines, Iowa, United States Athene Full time
About the Role

Athene is a leading retirement services company seeking a highly skilled Director of Investment Finance and Analysis to join our team. As a key member of our Investment Finance team, you will be responsible for overseeing investment analysis, quarterly/annual investment disclosures, and process improvements and automation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee investment reporting on a GAAP and Statutory basis, with a focus on management view results
  • Prepare quarterly and annual 10Q/10K investment disclosures
  • Support the financial analysis of operating results, balance sheets, and other key performance indicators on a monthly and quarterly basis
  • Collaborate with Investor Relations to prepare for external presentations and respond to investor/analyst questions
  • Conduct deep dive analysis of specific targeted areas to understand and explain investment results to management
  • Maintain process documentation and support audit requests
  • Support strategic initiatives and transactions impacting investment reporting
  • Assist in data capabilities and process enhancements
  • Assist in providing management with recommendations to enhance financial results based on financial analysis
  • Support transformation within the Investment Finance area enhancing investment reporting capabilities
  • Build and foster close relationships with Apollo, ISG, Investment Accounting, Financial Reporting, Investor Relations, and IT
  • Develop and lead a team of professionals by setting expectations, mentoring and coaching, driving results, sharing strategic direction, collaborating, and communicating effectively
Requirements
  • 7+ years of directly related technical/professional experience
  • 4+ years of people leadership experience
  • Advanced knowledge with Excel
  • Knowledge of investment types and related reporting
  • Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory financial accounting requirements
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills and process improvement experience
  • A strong detailed orientation while being able to see how the details impact the larger strategic objectives of the company
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior management and stakeholders
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting and/or Finance


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