Financial Reporting Accountant

Talcott Financial Group* is an international life insurance group and the industry's trusted partner for comprehensive risk solutions. Talcott creatively designs and expertly delivers responsive solutions that transfer risk and manage capital in a way that supports the strategic needs of insurers today and into the future.

Talcott Financial Group has a proven track record of well-executed transactions, and the enterprise benefits from its strong financial position with over $127 billion in assets under management, its investment-grade financial strength ratings, and its partnership with Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm.

Talcott Financial Group's two core business platforms include: U.S. based Talcott Resolution and Bermuda and Cayman based Talcott Re.

Overview
The Financial Reporting Accountant will work closely with the accounting and reporting teams within the finance organization. This individual will join a team of experienced financial professionals and report to the Manager of Financial Reporting. A key responsibility of this role is preparing the annual SEC Form N-VPFS separate account financial statements and related filings. The position provides a macro-level perspective on Talcott's insurance operations, reinsurance arrangements, and corporate business functions, with opportunities to interact across the enterprise. This is a hybrid role based at our Hartford, Connecticut office.

Responsibilities

• Assume an active role in the US GAAP and US Statutory financial close and reporting process for Talcott with monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables
• Meet regulatory reporting deadlines and respond to inquiries from auditors
• Support initiatives to enhance financial reporting packages through automation, including AI-driven solutions
• Deliver the Company's external financial reporting for both US GAAP and US Statutory standards
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to support the close process
• Streamline processes and strengthen internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Support the business in its strategic initiatives
• Assist with ad-hoc financial reporting, analysis projects, and process improvement opportunities
• Develop technical understanding of insurance business from a unique vantage point
• Build and maintain a robust internal controls environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial services; insurance or related industry experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing audits and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Prior experience with mutual fund reporting strongly preferred
• Solid background in accounting, reporting, audit, and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency in manipulating and analyzing large datasets using advanced Microsoft Excel, Oracle, and SQL-based reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of EDGAR filings (ASCII, HTML, or XML formats)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and serve as a reliable business partner
• Flexibility to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• An organized self-starter who thrives in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Oracle tools (including SmartView and HSGETS functions), Workiva/Wdata, or other applicable reporting applications preferred
• Note* This position is a hybrid, in-office role in our Hartford, CT. office. Our selected candidate will work 3 days onsite in the office.

Compensation
This range represents the minimum and maximum annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range. The base pay is based on factors including but not limited to experience, competence, and demonstration of proficiencies essential for the role. The base pay is just one component of Talcott's total annual compensation for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, long-term incentives and recognition.

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Talcott Financial Group is an equal employment employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, ancestry or citizenship status, genetic information, pregnancy status or any other characteristic protected by law. Talcott Resolution maintains a drug-free workplace. For more information regarding our Privacy Policy, please go to