Director of Investment Accounting Governance
Springfield, MAAll locationsSpringfield, MABoston, MA Hybrid
$137,800–$180,800 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
MassMutual is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Investment Controllership team as the Director of Investment Accounting Governance. In this highly visible role, you'll help shape the future of investment operational accounting by strengthening controls, modernizing processes, and supporting the evolution of our investment accounting technology landscape. Reporting to the Head of Investment Controllership Governance, you will lead a team of accounting professionals and an offshore partner organization while collaborating across Investment Operations, Securities Controllership, Finance, Treasury, and Enterprise Risk Management. You'll play a key role in ensuring the integrity of investment accounting data, driving operational excellence, and supporting the implementation of a new investment accounting subledger. This is an opportunity for a leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building high-performing teams, and driving meaningful change in a dynamic investment environment. The Investment Accounting Governance team is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of accounting information generated by our investment accounting systems while supporting the organization's ongoing modernization efforts. As part of this team, you'll work closely with business and technology partners to enhance controls, streamline processes, and implement new solutions that improve efficiency and transparency across the investment accounting ecosystem.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree
- 8+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or investment accounting supporting and/or overseeing accounting and operational processes related to investment portfolios, securities transactions, or financial reporting
- 2+ years of experience leading teams, including managing onshore and offshore resources
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- Experience within investment operations, investment accounting, or financial services
- Knowledge of insurance investment accounting and investment accounting platforms
- Understanding of fixed income securities, equities, mortgage loans, bank loans, and other investment asset classes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
- Experience leading process improvement, automation, or transformation initiatives
- Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across multiple functions and levels of an organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and present effectively to leadership and stakeholders
- A growth mindset and intellectual curiosity, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement