Company Overview
For 130 years, Ameriprise Financial has provided investment advice, asset management, and insurance solutions to individuals and institutions. With a nationwide network of approximately 10,000 financial advisors, they offer comprehensive financial services across the U.S. and globally.
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC is a registered investment adviser and member of FINRA and SIPC, offering securities. Investment products are not FDIC or NCUA insured and involve investment risks. The company advises users to seek personalized financial advice and notes that links to third-party content are for informational purposes only and not endorsements.
Ameriprise Financial is seeking a Principal Accountant to join their Investment Accounting team, focusing on derivative accounting and reporting for multiple legal entities. This role ensures compliance with GAAP, statutory, and regulatory requirements. The Principal Accountant will prepare complex monthly and quarterly entries and reports, perform investment and derivative accounting within the PAM system, assist with the implementation of new accounting projects and standards, lead or support various projects, and provide guidance to a Senior Accountant.
Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with 5 to 7 years of accounting experience and a strong understanding of financial instruments, investments, and accounting principles (GAAP and statutory). Proven leadership, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and analytical skills are essential.
Preferred qualifications include working knowledge of derivative instruments, strong technical skills in Excel and data analysis, understanding of end-to-end process flows and controls, and experience with Workday GL.
Ameriprise Financial, a diversified financial services leader with over $1 trillion in assets, offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth. The estimated base salary for this role ranges from $85,700 to $115,700 annually, with potential for variable pay and a comprehensive benefits program. Ameriprise is an equal opportunity employer.