Investment Accounting Associate II - Alternative Investments

Accounting Associate II - Alternative InvestmentsInvestment Controllership/Corporate ControllershipFulltime/Boston, MA or Springfield, MAThe Opportunity

The Accounting Associate II position reports to the Director of Partnerships and resides within the Financial Controllership team, a critical team within the Controllers Organization which aspires to be best in class financial stewards for MassMutual. This is an opportunity for an individual who thrives in a highly dynamic and agile accounting environment to collaborate across teams focused on solid execution and improving outcomes. We are seeking an accounting professional who wants to join a highly motivated team of professionals focused on proactively driving the development and execution of process improvements, meaningful analysis and improved coordination with the business partners for Investment activities.

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of investment accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility
• 2+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel, including experience with complex formulas, PivotTables, data analysis and large financial datasets

• CPA designation or progress toward certification preferred
• Knowledge of statutory (STAT) and GAAP accounting
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial data and clearly communicate the story behind the results
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work efficiently and operate with increasing independence
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across cross-functional teams and with third parties
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly, professionally, and persuasively to leaders, colleagues, and third parties
• Ability to succeed in a dynamic, agile environment
• Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning

At MassMutual, you'll do meaningful work for a company driven by a longstanding commitment to helping people secure their financial future. We invest in our employees' growth and provide opportunities to make an impact from day one.

You'll benefit from:

• Meaningful work that connects directly to business performance and customer outcomes.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your accounting and finance expertise.
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
• Access to professional development resources, mentoring, and internal networking opportunities.
• Employee resource groups and communities that foster connection, learning, and belonging.
• A culture built on integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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As a member of the Financial Controllership Team, the incumbent will be involved in shaping the future of the organization, supporting both the on-going growth and analysis within the Investment Controllership team and other key initiatives

• Creates an environment whereby the team is inspired, engaged and motivated by identifying opportunities to learn and grow.
• Manages priorities effectively and adapt quickly to achieve goals while developing efficiencies and established methods in the process.
• Thrives in a complex corporate structure and comfortably switch gears and alter course to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Plays a key role in leading a collaborative and inclusive culture by working closely with Investment Management
• Actively participate in the implementation of the Company’s new ledger
• Responsible for ongoing activities as part of the monthly, quarterly and annual close cycles
• Uses professional insight to identify and implement accounting improvements that increase the business value and efficiency of the team.
• Initiates and/or leads increasingly complex continuous improvement activities.
• Participating in problem solving to improve quality, cycle times, increase efficiencies, improve employee engagement and customer satisfaction within the Investment Services Controllership team.
• Makes recommendations to continuously improve the overall control environment of the Investment Services Controllership team