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Ceres Life Insurance Company

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Ceres Life Insurance Company, New York

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Company Overview
Westaim and CC Capital have joined forces to strategically transform Westaim from a holding company into a global alternative credit asset manager with a unique, integrated insurance platform, branded as New Westaim. This partnership fuels a vision to provide innovative, customized financial solutions in the alternative credit and insurance space, expanding opportunities for growth and client impact.

Company Overview
Westaim and CC Capital have joined forces to strategically transform Westaim from a holding company into a global alternative credit asset manager with a unique, integrated insurance platform, branded as New Westaim. This partnership fuels a vision to provide innovative, customized financial solutions in the alternative credit and insurance space, expanding opportunities for growth and client impact.
Salem Group Holdings, LLC (SGH) was formed as part of the insurance side of the New Westaim strategy and is the parent company to Ceres Life Insurance, a fast-growing, forward-thinking annuity carrier startup dedicated to securing financial futures for clients through innovative annuity solutions. The Ceres Life Insurance mission is to enable individuals to retire with peace of mind and dignity by combining advanced technology, top-tier talent, and strong vendor partnerships to provide exceptional support and service.
At SGH and Ceres Life Insurance, we are deeply committed to fostering a positive, client-centered culture. Through our Digital Contact Center, we deliver exceptional, personalized support that empowers clients to take control of their financial journey. Our approach focuses on proactive solutions, self-service tools, and collaborative client relationships to help individuals reach their financial goals and retire confidently.
Job Summary
We are seeking an Investment Accounting and Reporting Lead (“IARL”) who will report to the CFO of SGH and Ceres Life. The IARL will assist the Controller in the development and implementation of accounting policies to guide investment reporting for Ceres Life under SAP, GAAP, and IFRS standards. The IARL will also be responsible for the development of investment forecasts for Ceres Life, to support activities of the Actuarial, FP&A and Risk functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of investment products and structures, as well as accounting and finance skills.
Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the investment accounting policies of Ceres Life, with a focus on compliance with all applicable accounting and financial guidelines and regulations.
    • Function as an internal technical expert on accounting standards developed by the NAIC, FASB and IASB, as well as risk-based capital standards developed by the NAIC.
    • Monitor and analyze changes in accounting and risk-based capital standards that could impact Ceres Life, whether effective or proposed.
    • Research and analyze new accounting issues and considerations that arise from investment strategies, as necessary.
  • Partner with Actuarial, Controllership, Information Technology, Risk and Treasury to develop an integrated ecosystem for investment planning and forecasting activities that leverages common technologies for modeling and reporting.
  • Lead the forecasting processes for the investment portfolio of Ceres Life, supporting the needs of the Actuarial, FP&A and Risk functions.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and analytics around financial results driven by the Ceres Life investment portfolio, including the development of standard packages for management and board reporting.
  • Partner with Information Technology function to standardize and automate reporting and analytical packages.
  • Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (“SOP’s”) for investment accounting and reporting are complete, accurate and kept up to date.
The Successful Candidate Will
  • Have proven experience analyzing and reporting on investment products and structures.
  • Have a strong understanding of forecasting the cash flows and performance of investments under various market conditions.
  • Have demonstrated management skills.
  • Exhibit a good systems ability and understanding of process flows and controls.
  • Work well within a team, with the ability to communicate at all levels.
Job Qualifications And Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as finance, accounting and / or economics; MBA and / or CPA designation a plus.
  • 5 - 7 years’ relevant experience in an investment accounting or finance function.
  • Life insurance and annuity industry experience a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience with financial modeling.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Initiative-taker with effective communication abilities and ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic start-up environment.
Why Join Us?
  • Be part of an innovative insurance company.
  • Work in a high-energy, collaborative startup environment with a focus on technology, digital tools, and advisor enablement.
  • Competitive compensation package with PTO, health benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Finance and Sales
  • Industries

    Insurance

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