Associate, Corporate Accountant - Life Insurance

Associate, Corporate Accountant - Life Insurance

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Location: New York, NY

Base Pay Range: $85,000.00/yr - $/yr

Obra Capital, Inc. is a specialized alternative asset management firm that provides investment products and solutions across insurance special situations, structured credit, asset-based finance, and longevity. The firm aims to generate long‑term value and attractive returns for investors through a variety of pooled investment funds and separate accounts. With capabilities in investing, originating, structuring, and servicing, Obra provides differentiated investment opportunities and a fully integrated approach to asset management.

Obra Capital is seeking an Accounting Associate to join the Finance & Accounting team with a primary focus on the firm’s life insurance investment portfolios
. This role will support accounting, reporting, and cash control processes for portfolios backed by life insurance assets and related financing structures. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment that blends traditional accounting with investment and insurance analytics.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the investment, operations, and actuarial teams, gaining exposure to complex life insurance transactions, reinsurance vehicles, and long‑duration asset strategies.

• Support accounting and financial reporting for life insurance–related investments and entities.
• Prepare and process daily wire transactions, cash transfers, and funding requests across life insurance portfolios.
• Perform reconciliations of investment accounts, premiums, and cash movements associated with life insurance assets.
• Record and maintain general ledger activity for insurance‑linked assets, liabilities, and financing structures.
• Assist with month‑end and quarter‑end close processes, including journal entries, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with investment, operations, and actuarial teams to ensure accurate accounting treatment of life insurance policies, reserves, and proceeds.
• Support audit requests, portfolio reviews, and ad hoc projects related to the life insurance investment business.
• Contribute to process improvements, internal control enhancements, and system integrations across the finance function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably within life insurance, investment management, or related financial services.
• Working knowledge of GAAP accounting and familiarity with insurance investment structures or policy valuation preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with general ledger or portfolio accounting systems a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Base salary range: $85,000 – $110,000, commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.