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Staff Accountant, Investment Accounting

Assured Guaranty · New York, New York, United States

Full-timeOn site2-5 yrs$95k–$110kListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Staff Accountant is responsible for reconciling investment data, preparing journal entries, and assisting with investment reports and analytics. They will also support internal and external audits and assist with special projects as needed.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Investment accountingReconciliationJournal entriesInvestment reportingData integritySTAT accountingGAAP accountingAudit support

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Staff AccountantInvestment AccountingReconciliationJournal EntriesSTATGAAPAuditData IntegrityMicrosoft ExcelFinancial Systems

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 2-3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong communication skills are required to manage the monthly and quarterly close processes.

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Questions about this role

Is this Assured Guaranty role remote?
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What does it pay?
The posting lists $95,000–$110,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

Position Summary Staff Accountant responsible for reviewing and reconciling investment accounting information, preparing monthly journal entries, and assisting in the preparation of investment reports and analytics. Job Responsibilities Reviewing and reconciling daily trade activity. Reconciling par reconciliation between accounting system and custodian banks. Performing system data integrity checks prior to the monthly and quarterly close. Assist in preparing internal supporting schedules for both STAT and GAAP. Assist with the various audits of the company records, working with internal and external auditors. Assisting managers and co-workers with special projects.

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Position Summary

Staff Accountant responsible for reviewing and reconciling investment accounting information, preparing monthly journal entries, and assisting in the preparation of investment reports and analytics.

Job Responsibilities

Reviewing and reconciling daily trade activity. Reconciling par reconciliation between accounting system and custodian banks. Performing system data integrity checks prior to the monthly and quarterly close. Assist in preparing internal supporting schedules for both STAT and GAAP. Assist with the various audits of the company records, working with internal and external auditors. Assisting managers and co-workers with special projects.

Candidate Background & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance 2-3 years of accounting experience (investment accounting/operations is a plus) Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting and financial systems. Strong communication and interpersonal skills as this position will work with other departments throughout the monthly and quarterly close process. Highly organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Strong time management skills and ability to consistently meet deadlines. Strong work ethic and analytical skills. Ability to work as part of a team and function independently and effectively.

Compensation

Annual base salary for the position is expected to be from $95,000 per year to $110,000 per year. The actual salary will depend on various factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience and credentials, salary expectations of applicable candidates, and other applicable market conditions. This position also provides applicable employee benefits, as well as eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and long-term incentive awards.

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This listing comes from Assured Guaranty's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 24 Oct 2026.