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    AI Platform Engineer

    MassMutual

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    The Opportunity MassMutual's AI Platform Engineering team is seeking an impact-driven AI Platform Engineer to serve as the technical anchor of our high-performing team. You will lead the design, deployment, set engineering standards, and drive the most complex platform initiatives from concept through production. The Team This is a unique opportunity to work on the team that builds and operates the platform powering MassMutual's AI initiatives. The team operates at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, AI/ML systems, and developer experience-delivering foundational capabilities that shape how the entire organization builds and deploys AI. We partner closely with AI engineering, product, and cloud engineering teams across the enterprise, and we invest in growth through a culture of peer learning, candid feedback, and shared technical standards. This team is defined by a shared commitment to engineering excellence, clear documentation, and the kind of technical leadership that makes hard problems tractable. The Impact - Define architectural direction at the AI platform component level -cloud infrastructure, AI serving layers, developer tooling, and reliability strategy-and translate it into a concrete, prioritized roadmap. - Lead design on one of the platform's most critical components -LLM gateway, multi-tenant compute isolation, model serving infrastructure, and enterprise integration patterns. Write ADRs that become the team's engineering standards. - Serve as the first point of technical escalation for hard engineering decisions. Run design reviews, provide deep technical feedback on pull requests, and pair with engineers on the gnarliest problems. - Own the technical execution of major platform initiatives end to end -scoping, sequencing work, managing technical risk, and driving to production without losing quality. - Lead platform reliability strategy : define SLOs, shape the observability strategy, lead incident reviews, and continuously raise the bar on platform stability and operational maturity. - Lead technical design of governance and compliance controls -data residency, access management, audit logging, and AI usage policies-to satisfy enterprise customer requirements and compliance frameworks. - Drive cross-team alignment with AI engineering, product, and cloud engineering teams; communicate technical trade-offs clearly and represent platform capabilities to senior stakeholders. - Raise the technical craft of the team through thorough design reviews, documentation habits, and hands-on pairing-without managing anyone directly. The Minimum Qualifications - 5+ years in platform, infrastructure, or SRE, with a track record as a technical lead or staff-level IC with team-wide technical scope. - Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or equivalent AWS Certifications. - 3+ years experience in cloud-native architecture : Kubernetes at scale, managed cloud services, networking, identity federation, and multi-tenancy patterns across AWS, GCP, or Azure. - 3+ years experience of proven ownership of complex, multi-month platform initiatives -driven from whiteboard to production, managing ambiguity and technical risk throughout. The Ideal Qualifications - Strong IaC and GitOps fluency : Terraform or Pulumi, ArgoCD, with experience standardizing platform tooling and deployment patterns across engineering teams. - Hands-on experience with AI/ML infrastructure : model serving, inference pipelines, GPU resource management, or LLM integration patterns. - Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction across teams. - Strong written communication : clear design docs, useful ADRs, and the ability to explain architectural decisions to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders. - LLM serving at scale -vLLM, Triton, Ray Serve-or experience with AI gateway design patterns. - Experience building an internal developer platform (IDP) from scratch , with a product mindset that obsesses over internal developer experience. - Strong grasp of AI safety, model evaluation, and governance frameworks. - Ability to lead through technical credibility -influencing design decisions, driving alignment, and raising quality without formal authority. - FinOps or GPU cost optimization experience across large inference workloads. - Open-source contributions to platform or ML infrastructure tooling. - Comfort with ambiguity : energized by undefined problem spaces, with a habit of building clarity and shared context where there isn't any. What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - Regular meetings with the AI Platform Engineering team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    AI Platform Engineer

    MassMutual

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Springfield, 1103
    Permanent
    Competitive

    The Opportunity MassMutual's AI Platform Engineering team is seeking an impact-driven AI Platform Engineer to serve as the technical anchor of our high-performing team. You will lead the design, deployment, set engineering standards, and drive the most complex platform initiatives from concept through production. The Team This is a unique opportunity to work on the team that builds and operates the platform powering MassMutual's AI initiatives. The team operates at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, AI/ML systems, and developer experience-delivering foundational capabilities that shape how the entire organization builds and deploys AI. We partner closely with AI engineering, product, and cloud engineering teams across the enterprise, and we invest in growth through a culture of peer learning, candid feedback, and shared technical standards. This team is defined by a shared commitment to engineering excellence, clear documentation, and the kind of technical leadership that makes hard problems tractable. The Impact - Define architectural direction at the AI platform component level -cloud infrastructure, AI serving layers, developer tooling, and reliability strategy-and translate it into a concrete, prioritized roadmap. - Lead design on one of the platform's most critical components -LLM gateway, multi-tenant compute isolation, model serving infrastructure, and enterprise integration patterns. Write ADRs that become the team's engineering standards. - Serve as the first point of technical escalation for hard engineering decisions. Run design reviews, provide deep technical feedback on pull requests, and pair with engineers on the gnarliest problems. - Own the technical execution of major platform initiatives end to end -scoping, sequencing work, managing technical risk, and driving to production without losing quality. - Lead platform reliability strategy : define SLOs, shape the observability strategy, lead incident reviews, and continuously raise the bar on platform stability and operational maturity. - Lead technical design of governance and compliance controls -data residency, access management, audit logging, and AI usage policies-to satisfy enterprise customer requirements and compliance frameworks. - Drive cross-team alignment with AI engineering, product, and cloud engineering teams; communicate technical trade-offs clearly and represent platform capabilities to senior stakeholders. - Raise the technical craft of the team through thorough design reviews, documentation habits, and hands-on pairing-without managing anyone directly. The Minimum Qualifications - 5+ years in platform, infrastructure, or SRE, with a track record as a technical lead or staff-level IC with team-wide technical scope. - Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or equivalent AWS Certifications. - 3+ years experience in cloud-native architecture : Kubernetes at scale, managed cloud services, networking, identity federation, and multi-tenancy patterns across AWS, GCP, or Azure. - 3+ years experience of proven ownership of complex, multi-month platform initiatives -driven from whiteboard to production, managing ambiguity and technical risk throughout. The Ideal Qualifications - Strong IaC and GitOps fluency : Terraform or Pulumi, ArgoCD, with experience standardizing platform tooling and deployment patterns across engineering teams. - Hands-on experience with AI/ML infrastructure : model serving, inference pipelines, GPU resource management, or LLM integration patterns. - Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction across teams. - Strong written communication : clear design docs, useful ADRs, and the ability to explain architectural decisions to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders. - LLM serving at scale -vLLM, Triton, Ray Serve-or experience with AI gateway design patterns. - Experience building an internal developer platform (IDP) from scratch , with a product mindset that obsesses over internal developer experience. - Strong grasp of AI safety, model evaluation, and governance frameworks. - Ability to lead through technical credibility -influencing design decisions, driving alignment, and raising quality without formal authority. - FinOps or GPU cost optimization experience across large inference workloads. - Open-source contributions to platform or ML infrastructure tooling. - Comfort with ambiguity : energized by undefined problem spaces, with a habit of building clarity and shared context where there isn't any. What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - Regular meetings with the AI Platform Engineering team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Director of Expense Accounting

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Springfield, 1103
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Director of Expense Accounting Corporate Expense Team Full Time/ Springfield, MA The Opportunity The Director of Expense Accounting will support the Head of Expense Accounting and Allocation Modeling while leading key accounting operations that drive the accuracy and integrity of MassMutual's financial reporting. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll oversee the expense accounting team, ensuring a timely and accurate month-end close, a strong control environment, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and Statutory (NAIC/SSAP) requirements. You'll partner closely with Finance, FP&A, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Tax, Treasury, and Controllership teams to deliver accurate financial results, strengthen governance processes, and support strategic business initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to influence critical accounting processes, lead a talented team, and help drive continuous improvement across the organization. The Team The Expense Accounting team is a key part of MassMutual's Controller organization, bringing together talented accounting professionals with diverse experiences and perspectives. Our team is responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial information and trusted guidance to stakeholders across the enterprise. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where curiosity, innovation, and continuous improvement are encouraged. By actively listening, sharing knowledge, and working together, we solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful results. As the organization continues to grow and evolve, our team is expanding to support new business initiatives, transformation efforts, and opportunities to enhance how we serve our customers and business partners. The Impact As a leader on our accounting team, you will oversee core expense accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvement. You will lead a blended onshore/offshore team, helping to assess risk, understand all their outputs, and lead tailored training to maintain/enhance professional standards and judgement. Month-End Close Leadership - Lead the monthly expense close process, including calendars, communications, deliverables, dependencies, and deadlines. - Review and approve journal entries related to accruals, prepaids, allocations, reclassifications, and corrections. - Analyze expense trends and variances, to appreciate expense norms and what can trigger deviations from those norms. - Oversee close checklists, account reconciliations, and subledger-to-general ledger tie-outs. - Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Procurement, Payroll, Treasury, and other partners to identify and address risks impacting the close process. Accounting Controls & Governance - Maintain a strong internal control environment supporting expense accounting processes. - Ensure appropriate segregation of duties, access controls, and approval workflows. - Partner with internal and external auditors on walkthroughs, testing, and audit requests. - Lead control self-assessments and process risk reviews, implementing improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy. - Drive compliance with documentation and evidence retention requirements. Subsidiary & Legal Entity Expense Accounting - Oversee expense accounting activities across subsidiaries and legal entities, including intercompany transactions and settlements. - Ensure compliance with legal entity requirements, reporting structures, and accounting policies. - Support cross-entity reconciliations and statutory reporting activities. - Partner with subsidiary stakeholders to ensure accurate expense classification and reporting. Fixed Assets & Capitalization - Oversee Fixed Asset Accounting to ensure proper capitalization treatment. - Support accounting activities related to depreciation, asset retirements, impairments, and construction-in-progress transfers. - Review and approve expense reclassifications associated with capital projects and internally developed software. - Maintain reconciliations and supporting schedules for capital project-related accounts. Lease Accounting - Oversee Lease Accounting activities and related expense recognition. - Partner with lease administration and controllership teams to ensure complete and accurate lease populations. - Review reconciliations of lease-related accounts, including audit adjustments and foreign exchange impacts where applicable. - Review supporting documentation for disclosures and financial statement reporting. Leadership & Team Development - Lead and develop a blended onshore/offshore accounting team. - Establish and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation. - Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. - Drive automation and operational efficiencies utilizing tools such as Excel, Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx, SQL, and workflow automation solutions. - Lead the migration of team from SAP R3 to SAP S4, while preparing for wave 2 migration of AP, FA and Lease systems Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration or a Master's Degree in Accounting. - 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting and/or a large, complex corporate environment. - 2+ years of experience as a people leader, responsible for managing direct reports OR 5+ years demonstrating informal leadership by guiding, coaching, and supporting colleagues in their day-to-day work Preferred Qualifications - CPA, MSA, or MBA preferred. - 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including expense accounting and month-end close leadership. - Prior people leadership experience. - Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; experience with Statutory (NAIC/SSAP) accounting within the insurance industry is highly desirable. - Experience with lease accounting (ASC 842) and fixed asset accounting. - Knowledge of SOX/ICFR controls, audit support, and remediation processes. - Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP S/4HANA. - Advanced Excel skills and exposure to analytics and automation tools. - Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial results and key business impacts. What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Insider Threat Consultant

    MassMutual

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Springfield, 1103
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Consultant, Insider Threat Enterprise Cyber Security Full Time, Springfield MA (Hybrid) The Opportunity MassMutual is advancing an enterprise Insider Threat program focused on identifying and managing human-driven cyber risk. The Insider Threat Consultant will play a key role in developing the asset intelligence, monitoring strategies, detection capabilities, and investigative processes necessary to identify and manage insider-driven risk. This role combines deep technical expertise, critical asset analysis, behavioral risk assessment, and investigative discipline to understand how people interact with sensitive assets and to identify patterns of activity that may indicate elevated risk. The consultant will partner with cybersecurity operations, detection engineering, HR, Legal, Privacy, and business stakeholders to align monitoring and investigative capabilities with asset sensitivity and business impact. This position is suited for an experienced practitioner who can operate across technical, analytical, and investigative domains while helping build and mature an enterprise-scale insider threat program. The Team The Insider Threat team is a specialized cybersecurity function responsible for understanding and managing the risks that trusted individuals may pose to MassMutual's critical assets, systems, information, and operations. The team operates at the intersection of critical asset protection, identity and access management, behavioral analytics, cyber defense, investigations, and workforce risk. Team members develop the intelligence, monitoring strategies, detection capabilities, investigative processes, and analytical frameworks necessary to identify and reduce insider-driven risk. The team partners closely with Cyber Operations, Detection Engineering, Human Resources, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, Fraud Operations, and business stakeholders to ensure insider risk is identified, assessed, and managed in a consistent, defensible, and risk-informed manner. The Impact The Insider Threat Consultant will: - Identify and prioritize critical assets requiring enhanced monitoring and protection. - Analyze how critical assets are accessed, used, and shared across the enterprise. - Map relationships between identities, access privileges, business processes, and critical assets. - Analyze behavioral and technical indicators associated with insider risk. - Identify patterns of activity that may indicate misuse or mishandling of critical assets. - Conduct and support complex insider threat investigations. - Correlate identity, access, asset, and behavioral signals across multiple data sources. - Monitor and analyze deception environments and adversary interaction signals. - Partner with detection engineering and security operations to develop and refine insider threat detection logic. - Contribute to tuning enterprise security tooling to improve identification of insider-driven risk. - Support development of early-warning frameworks and proactive risk identification. - Produce clear, defensible analytical findings and case documentation. - Support executive reporting and enterprise risk visibility. The consultant's work will improve visibility into critical assets, strengthen understanding of user-to-asset trust relationships, increase the fidelity of insider threat detections, and help prevent compromise of the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of MassMutual's most important information and systems. The Minimum Qualifications - 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, insider threat, investigations, intelligence analysis, data protection, enterprise architecture, or related disciplines. - 2+ years of experience working cross-functionally with security, HR, Legal, Privacy, business, or investigative stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications - Experience supporting or building an Insider Threat Program. - Experience supporting Critical Asset Protection, Information Protection, Data Protection, or Human Risk Management initiatives. - Experience conducting cyber, digital, fraud, employee misconduct, or insider threat investigations. - Experience analyzing logs, endpoint telemetry, identity activity, access patterns, and behavioral signals. - Hands-on experience contributing to detection use cases, monitoring strategies, investigative workflows, or security content development. - Experience identifying, classifying, mapping, or protecting sensitive information or critical assets. - Strong understanding of identity and access management concepts, privileged access, trust relationships, and access governance. - Experience with SIEM, EDR, UEBA, DLP, insider risk management, identity security, and security analytics platforms. - Experience developing, tuning, or validating detection logic across endpoint, identity, network, and data protection technologies. - Experience analyzing user behavior and identifying anomalous or high-risk activity through the correlation of multiple data sources. - Familiarity with deception technologies, cyber deception strategies, or adversary engagement techniques. - Experience supporting highly regulated environments such as financial services. - Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, CDLP, GCFA, GCIH, or equivalent. - Degree in cybersecurity, intelligence studies, psychology, criminal justice, information systems, or related field. What You Can Expect at MassMutual MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Director of Investment Accounting Governance

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Director of Investment Accounting Governance Investment Controllership Governance/Investment Controllership Full-Time/Boston, MA The Opportunity 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 Team 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. The team is focused on continuous improvement and leveraging technology, automation, and data-driven insights to support a growing and increasingly complex investment portfolio. The Impact In this role, you will: - Lead and develop a team responsible for operational securities accounting controls and account reconciliation activities. - Ensure the completeness and accuracy of investment-related balance sheet accounts, net investment income, and realized and unrealized gains and losses. - Coach, mentor, and support team members through ongoing training and professional development initiatives. - Manage and oversee the performance of offshore partners, monitoring key performance indicators and driving continuous improvement. - Help design and implement control frameworks supporting the transition to a new investment accounting subledger. - Research, analyze, and resolve complex reconciliation differences across investment and accounting platforms. - Drive initiatives that modernize and automate reconciliation processes through AI, technology, and other process improvement solutions. - Analyze clearing and suspense balances within investment accounting and general ledger systems. - Partner with FP&A to support management reporting and provide meaningful insights into net investment income results and trends. - Evaluate and explain one-time adjustments and top-side accounting entries impacting investment income. - Strengthen the operational control environment by identifying risks and implementing effective solutions. - Collaborate across Investment Operations, Securities Controllership, Treasury, Financial Reporting, ERM, and other key business partners. - Establish scalable workflows and operational accounting processes that support future growth and transformation. The Minimum Qualifications - 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 The Ideal Qualifications - 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 - CPA designation preferred - 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 - Proven ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, evolving environment What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset - MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Director of Insurance Accounting

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Springfield, 1103
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Director, Insurance Accounting Insurance Controllership Corporate Finance Full-Time / Springfield, MA or Boston, MA The Opportunity As a Director within the Controllers Organization, you will play a key role in helping MassMutual continue its journey toward becoming a best-in-class finance organization. We are looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking accounting leader who brings curiosity, initiative, and a passion for continuous improvement. In this role, you will lead insurance accounting and controllership activities, providing meaningful financial insights, strengthening controls, and driving process improvements. You'll work alongside talented professionals across Finance, Investments, Reinsurance, Treasury, and Actuarial teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and support strategic business decisions. The Team The Insurance Controllership team is a highly visible group within Corporate Finance, comprised of talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The team is responsible for monthly and quarterly financial close activities, general ledger oversight, management reporting, financial statements, and regulatory filings. We partner closely with business stakeholders to support new product launches, provide insight into financial results, and drive continuous process improvements. Our team is committed to delivering timely, accurate, and reliable financial information while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and results-oriented culture. The Impact As Director, you will lead the Institutional Solutions Controllership team, overseeing insurance accounting, analysis, and financial reporting for MassMutual's insurance products. You will identify reporting risks and opportunities, provide strategic financial guidance, and help ensure strong governance and operational excellence across the accounting function. Key responsibilities include: - Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals while overseeing work performed by outsourced partners and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture. - Ensure the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for complex insurance accounting activities. - Analyze financial results, identify key trends and drivers, and communicate insights clearly to leadership and business partners. - Build strong partnerships with Treasury, Investment Accounting, Reinsurance Accounting, Reporting, Strategic Business Partners, and Corporate Actuarial teams to support business and reporting objectives. - Present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership with confidence and clarity. - Develop, document, and maintain a strong internal control framework, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. - Monitor and oversee insurance accounting activities, including those performed by external service providers, to ensure effective control execution. - Lead accounting research, policy implementation, and operational readiness for new Institutional Solutions products and insurance-related transactions. - Partner with Accounting Policy and other teams to assess and implement new GAAP and statutory accounting guidance. - Champion operational excellence, continuous improvement, and best practices across the controllership function. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while partnering across the organization to enhance reporting quality, strengthen controls, and improve business outcomes. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree - 8+ years of progressive accounting experience within public accounting and/or a large, complex corporate environment. - 3+ years of insurance accounting experience, including general ledger processing and month-end close activities. - 3+ years of experience applying U.S. GAAP and statutory accounting principles. - 3+ years of experience analyzing accounting data, interpreting financial results, and communicating insights to stakeholders. - 2+ years of experience coaching and/or developing accountants and external consultants, either as a direct manager of people or as a project/team lead The Ideal Qualifications - CPA, Master's degree, MBA, or equivalent - NAIC statutory accounting experience - Experience with Institutional solutions including, Pension Risk Transfer (PRT), Institutional Insurance and Funding Agreements - Experience designing, executing, and documenting internal controls, including identifying and remediating control issues. - Strong multitasking skills with the ability to adapt to change and manage competing priorities - Ability to lead complex, long-term projects, take ownership, and drive them to successful completion - Ability to perform independent research and serve as a key resource for resolving unique or complex business issues - Experience driving finance transformation initiatives, continuous improvement, and operational efficiencies - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to leadership, staff, and regulatory bodies - Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development What You Can Expect at MassMutual - MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Investment Tax Manager

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    New York, 10012
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Investment Tax Manager Corporate Tax Department Full Time Boston, MA or New York, NY This is an individual contributor role The Opportunity The Investment Manager - Provisions will partner closely with senior leadership to manage day-to-day operations across our investment tax portfolio, spanning provision, compliance, and deferred tax processes for life insurance investment assets including securities, bonds, partnerships, derivatives, and real estate. The Investment Tax Manager will have the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities and drive meaningful process improvements. The role requires strong tax technical skills combined with operational excellence and the ability to execute in a fast-paced, complex environment. The Team As an Investment Tax Manager - Provisions, you will be a member of the Investment Tax team within the Corporate Tax Department, part of our Controllers Organization. The Corporate Tax Department is comprised of high-performing, collaborative, and agile tax professionals who are motivated by challenging work that delivers sustained value and a culture of accountability. The Impact - Drive day-to-day execution of tax provision (ASC 740), compliance, and deferred tax reconciliation processes across all investment asset classes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables - Provide technical tax guidance to team members on investment taxation matters, researching and resolving moderately complex technical issues independently - Identify and resolve data integrity issues within investment accounting systems; develop and execute proactive error detection processes to improve accuracy of tax results - Coordinate workflow and priorities across technical tax staff covering fixed income, partnerships, derivatives, and real estate portfolios - Support ad hoc investment transaction analysis and tax planning, coordinating with tax planning, legal, investment management, and external partners - Partner with external auditors during tax provision and compliance reviews, addressing technical inquiries and supporting documentation requests - Identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance controls - Mentor and develop tax professionals, providing coaching and fostering professional growth across the team - Represent the investment tax function in cross-functional meetings and build strong relationships across finance, investments, and operations The Minimum Qualifications - CPA or certification in process or Enrolled Agent - Bachelor's Degree - 7+ years of tax experience from public accounting or financial services - 5+ years of Income tax (ASC740) provision experience The Ideal Qualifications - 10+ years of tax experience with demonstrated career progression - Big 4 tax advisory background with exposure to complex technical projects - Insurance or asset management industry experience; familiarity with life insurance company taxation - Working knowledge of investment taxation across multiple asset classes (fixed income, partnerships, derivatives, real estate) - Strong understanding of corporate tax provision (ASC740) and tax compliance processes - Hands-on experience with tax technology platforms, ERP systems, or system implementation projects - Prior involvement in large-scale transformation initiatives or process improvement programs - Experience managing, mentoring, or leading tax professionals (formal or informal) - Strong analytical skills with ability to identify data issues and develop solutions - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines - Project management experience or certification - Track record of building effective stakeholder relationships across matrixed organizations - Experience with deferred tax accounting and reconciliations - Experience interfacing with external auditors and managing audit processes - History of taking ownership and driving initiatives without extensive oversight - Strategic mindset combined with willingness to roll up sleeves and execute tactically - Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax audiences - Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance What to Expect as Part of the Team - Regular meetings with the Investment Tax Team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Director of Insurance Accounting

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Director, Insurance Accounting Insurance Controllership Corporate Finance Full-Time / Springfield, MA or Boston, MA The Opportunity As a Director within the Controllers Organization, you will play a key role in helping MassMutual continue its journey toward becoming a best-in-class finance organization. We are looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking accounting leader who brings curiosity, initiative, and a passion for continuous improvement. In this role, you will lead insurance accounting and controllership activities, providing meaningful financial insights, strengthening controls, and driving process improvements. You'll work alongside talented professionals across Finance, Investments, Reinsurance, Treasury, and Actuarial teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and support strategic business decisions. The Team The Insurance Controllership team is a highly visible group within Corporate Finance, comprised of talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The team is responsible for monthly and quarterly financial close activities, general ledger oversight, management reporting, financial statements, and regulatory filings. We partner closely with business stakeholders to support new product launches, provide insight into financial results, and drive continuous process improvements. Our team is committed to delivering timely, accurate, and reliable financial information while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and results-oriented culture. The Impact As Director, you will lead the Institutional Solutions Controllership team, overseeing insurance accounting, analysis, and financial reporting for MassMutual's insurance products. You will identify reporting risks and opportunities, provide strategic financial guidance, and help ensure strong governance and operational excellence across the accounting function. Key responsibilities include: - Lead and develop a team of accounting professionals while overseeing work performed by outsourced partners and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture. - Ensure the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for complex insurance accounting activities. - Analyze financial results, identify key trends and drivers, and communicate insights clearly to leadership and business partners. - Build strong partnerships with Treasury, Investment Accounting, Reinsurance Accounting, Reporting, Strategic Business Partners, and Corporate Actuarial teams to support business and reporting objectives. - Present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership with confidence and clarity. - Develop, document, and maintain a strong internal control framework, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. - Monitor and oversee insurance accounting activities, including those performed by external service providers, to ensure effective control execution. - Lead accounting research, policy implementation, and operational readiness for new Institutional Solutions products and insurance-related transactions. - Partner with Accounting Policy and other teams to assess and implement new GAAP and statutory accounting guidance. - Champion operational excellence, continuous improvement, and best practices across the controllership function. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while partnering across the organization to enhance reporting quality, strengthen controls, and improve business outcomes. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree - 8+ years of progressive accounting experience within public accounting and/or a large, complex corporate environment. - 3+ years of insurance accounting experience, including general ledger processing and month-end close activities. - 3+ years of experience applying U.S. GAAP and statutory accounting principles. - 3+ years of experience analyzing accounting data, interpreting financial results, and communicating insights to stakeholders. - 2+ years of experience coaching and/or developing accountants and external consultants, either as a direct manager of people or as a project/team lead The Ideal Qualifications - CPA, Master's degree, MBA, or equivalent - NAIC statutory accounting experience - Experience with Institutional solutions including, Pension Risk Transfer (PRT), Institutional Insurance and Funding Agreements - Experience designing, executing, and documenting internal controls, including identifying and remediating control issues. - Strong multitasking skills with the ability to adapt to change and manage competing priorities - Ability to lead complex, long-term projects, take ownership, and drive them to successful completion - Ability to perform independent research and serve as a key resource for resolving unique or complex business issues - Experience driving finance transformation initiatives, continuous improvement, and operational efficiencies - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to leadership, staff, and regulatory bodies - Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development What You Can Expect at MassMutual - MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Manager, Investment Accounting - Income Governance

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Springfield, 1103
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Manager, Investment Accounting - Income Governance Investment Controllership Full-Time Boston, MA or Springfield, MA This is an individual contributor role The Team The Investment Controllership Governance team is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of accounting information received from the Investment Operations securities system. Working closely with Investment Operations and Investment Controllership, the team plays a key role in maintaining a strong control environment while driving continuous process improvements. As a member of this newly formed team, you'll have the opportunity to help shape and enhance critical investment accounting processes, leverage technology and automation solutions, and contribute to a culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Opportunity This role is a key position within our Investment Controllership organization. Reporting to the Director of Investment Operational Accounting Governance, you'll join the Financial Controllership team, an important part of the Controllers Organization dedicated to delivering accurate financial reporting and strong financial stewardship. This role is ideal for a collaborative accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is passionate about improving processes and controls. You'll work across teams to analyze financial information, strengthen accounting operations, and support strategic initiatives that drive business outcomes. The Impact In this role, you'll be a key contributor responsible for overseeing the review, reconciliation, and analysis of investment accounting data across insurance companies and subsidiaries. You'll help ensure financial information is accurate, controls are operating effectively, and exceptions are resolved in a timely manner. You'll partner closely with internal stakeholders and external consultants, giving you broad exposure across the Controllers Organization, Corporate Finance, and Investment Management teams. Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities, the ability to work with large and complex data sets, and a continuous improvement mindset. Your responsibilities will include a combination of the following: - Partner with teams across Securities Controllership, Alternative Investments, Derivatives, Investment Management Operations, Treasury, PMO, ERM, and other business areas. - Support the implementation of the company's new general ledger and other strategic finance initiatives. - Prepare, review, analyze, and present monthly financial reporting and analysis to management. - Conduct research, analysis, and data validation to support the preparation and review of complex account reconciliations. - Identify, investigate, and reconcile differences across investment and accounting systems. - Recommend and implement solutions for process issues, exceptions, and control gaps. - Analyze and interpret financial information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. - Maintain complex account records and supporting documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. - Collaborate with internal business partners to resolve accounting and investment-related issues. - Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational effectiveness. - Contribute to problem-solving efforts that improve quality, reduce cycle times, increase team effectiveness, and enhance stakeholder satisfaction. - Recommend enhancements to strengthen the overall investment accounting control environment. The Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - 6+ years of experience in investment accounting, insurance accounting, or a related accounting function. - 6+ years of experience applying U.S. GAAP and/or Statutory (STAT) accounting principles. The Ideal Qualifications - CPA or CFA designation preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Experience working with investment accounting and investment-related financial reporting. - Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Alteryx, and Power BI. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and communicate meaningful insights. - Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. - Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to various audiences. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a focus on execution and results. - Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning, growth, and process improvement. What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - Regular meetings with the Investment Controllership team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Investment Tax Manager

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Investment Tax Manager Corporate Tax Department Full Time Boston, MA or New York, NY This is an individual contributor role The Opportunity The Investment Manager - Provisions will partner closely with senior leadership to manage day-to-day operations across our investment tax portfolio, spanning provision, compliance, and deferred tax processes for life insurance investment assets including securities, bonds, partnerships, derivatives, and real estate. The Investment Tax Manager will have the opportunity to develop leadership capabilities and drive meaningful process improvements. The role requires strong tax technical skills combined with operational excellence and the ability to execute in a fast-paced, complex environment. The Team As an Investment Tax Manager - Provisions, you will be a member of the Investment Tax team within the Corporate Tax Department, part of our Controllers Organization. The Corporate Tax Department is comprised of high-performing, collaborative, and agile tax professionals who are motivated by challenging work that delivers sustained value and a culture of accountability. The Impact - Drive day-to-day execution of tax provision (ASC 740), compliance, and deferred tax reconciliation processes across all investment asset classes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables - Provide technical tax guidance to team members on investment taxation matters, researching and resolving moderately complex technical issues independently - Identify and resolve data integrity issues within investment accounting systems; develop and execute proactive error detection processes to improve accuracy of tax results - Coordinate workflow and priorities across technical tax staff covering fixed income, partnerships, derivatives, and real estate portfolios - Support ad hoc investment transaction analysis and tax planning, coordinating with tax planning, legal, investment management, and external partners - Partner with external auditors during tax provision and compliance reviews, addressing technical inquiries and supporting documentation requests - Identify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance controls - Mentor and develop tax professionals, providing coaching and fostering professional growth across the team - Represent the investment tax function in cross-functional meetings and build strong relationships across finance, investments, and operations The Minimum Qualifications - CPA or certification in process or Enrolled Agent - Bachelor's Degree - 7+ years of tax experience from public accounting or financial services - 5+ years of Income tax (ASC740) provision experience The Ideal Qualifications - 10+ years of tax experience with demonstrated career progression - Big 4 tax advisory background with exposure to complex technical projects - Insurance or asset management industry experience; familiarity with life insurance company taxation - Working knowledge of investment taxation across multiple asset classes (fixed income, partnerships, derivatives, real estate) - Strong understanding of corporate tax provision (ASC740) and tax compliance processes - Hands-on experience with tax technology platforms, ERP systems, or system implementation projects - Prior involvement in large-scale transformation initiatives or process improvement programs - Experience managing, mentoring, or leading tax professionals (formal or informal) - Strong analytical skills with ability to identify data issues and develop solutions - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines - Project management experience or certification - Track record of building effective stakeholder relationships across matrixed organizations - Experience with deferred tax accounting and reconciliations - Experience interfacing with external auditors and managing audit processes - History of taking ownership and driving initiatives without extensive oversight - Strategic mindset combined with willingness to roll up sleeves and execute tactically - Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-tax audiences - Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance What to Expect as Part of the Team - Regular meetings with the Investment Tax Team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Manager, Investment Accounting - Income Governance

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Manager, Investment Accounting - Income Governance Investment Controllership Full-Time Boston, MA or Springfield, MA This is an individual contributor role The Team The Investment Controllership Governance team is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of accounting information received from the Investment Operations securities system. Working closely with Investment Operations and Investment Controllership, the team plays a key role in maintaining a strong control environment while driving continuous process improvements. As a member of this newly formed team, you'll have the opportunity to help shape and enhance critical investment accounting processes, leverage technology and automation solutions, and contribute to a culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Opportunity This role is a key position within our Investment Controllership organization. Reporting to the Director of Investment Operational Accounting Governance, you'll join the Financial Controllership team, an important part of the Controllers Organization dedicated to delivering accurate financial reporting and strong financial stewardship. This role is ideal for a collaborative accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is passionate about improving processes and controls. You'll work across teams to analyze financial information, strengthen accounting operations, and support strategic initiatives that drive business outcomes. The Impact In this role, you'll be a key contributor responsible for overseeing the review, reconciliation, and analysis of investment accounting data across insurance companies and subsidiaries. You'll help ensure financial information is accurate, controls are operating effectively, and exceptions are resolved in a timely manner. You'll partner closely with internal stakeholders and external consultants, giving you broad exposure across the Controllers Organization, Corporate Finance, and Investment Management teams. Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities, the ability to work with large and complex data sets, and a continuous improvement mindset. Your responsibilities will include a combination of the following: - Partner with teams across Securities Controllership, Alternative Investments, Derivatives, Investment Management Operations, Treasury, PMO, ERM, and other business areas. - Support the implementation of the company's new general ledger and other strategic finance initiatives. - Prepare, review, analyze, and present monthly financial reporting and analysis to management. - Conduct research, analysis, and data validation to support the preparation and review of complex account reconciliations. - Identify, investigate, and reconcile differences across investment and accounting systems. - Recommend and implement solutions for process issues, exceptions, and control gaps. - Analyze and interpret financial information to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. - Maintain complex account records and supporting documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. - Collaborate with internal business partners to resolve accounting and investment-related issues. - Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational effectiveness. - Contribute to problem-solving efforts that improve quality, reduce cycle times, increase team effectiveness, and enhance stakeholder satisfaction. - Recommend enhancements to strengthen the overall investment accounting control environment. The Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - 6+ years of experience in investment accounting, insurance accounting, or a related accounting function. - 6+ years of experience applying U.S. GAAP and/or Statutory (STAT) accounting principles. The Ideal Qualifications - CPA or CFA designation preferred. - Master's degree preferred. - Experience working with investment accounting and investment-related financial reporting. - Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Alteryx, and Power BI. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and communicate meaningful insights. - Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. - Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to various audiences. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a focus on execution and results. - Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning, growth, and process improvement. What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team - Regular meetings with the Investment Controllership team - Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager - Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups - Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms - Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.

    Head of Investment Accounting Governance

    MassMutual

    Accounting
    Hybrid
    Massachusetts, Boston, 2112
    Permanent
    Competitive

    Head of Investment Accounting Governance Full-Time Boston, MA The Opportunity Do you want to be part of a team that encourages your growth, supports your ambitions and makes it a priority for you to reach your goals? Is helping people part of who you are? At MassMutual, we help millions of people find financial freedom, offer financial protection and plan for the future. We do this by building trust with our customers by being knowledgeable problem solvers and prioritize their needs above all else. We Live Mutual. The Head of Investment Accounting Governance is a key role in the delivery of MassMutual's investment strategy and in this, MassMutual's purpose: to provide financial well-being to all Americans. We are seeking a results-oriented and highly collaborative professional with the ability to create and lead a team within the Investment Controllership team. This position will the lead the team that is responsible for designing and executing the processes supporting the integrity of the accounting data information from the Company's securities system. This is an opportunity for an individual who thrives in a highly dynamic and agile accounting environment to collaborate across teams focused on solid execution and improving outcomes. We are seeking an accounting professional who wants to join a highly motivated team of professionals focused on proactively driving the development and execution of process improvements, meaningful analysis and improved coordination with the business partners for Investment activities. The Team This team is responsible for the ensuring the integrity of the accounting information received from the Investment Operations securities system. This team will be highly focused on the control environment supporting this purpose. To this end, the team will work closely with its critical partner, Investment Operations. The team will look to leverage technology and resource opportunities to ensure and efficient and effective approach to maintaining these processes. Head of Investment Accounting Systems Governance will lead and inspire the team to continue progressing the operations model and function. The Impact Reporting to MassMutual's Head of Investment Controllership, Head of Investment Accounting Governance will be a member of the Investment Controllership leadership team and a key partner and representative to the operational accounting impacts of the investment operations processes. Against the backdrop of an increasingly complex general investment account portfolio with diverse asset classes and strategies, this role will build a framework and lead a vision that provides for the effective controls of operational securities accounting. - Lead the team responsible for ensuring effective controls related to the securities operational accounting, including execution of daily and monthly reconciliations, analysis of data exceptions, and support of system upgrades - Maintaining control processes and assess improvements by evaluating the end to end impacts to operational securities accounting - Partner with teams, including but not limited to Securities Controllership. Investment Operations, Treasury, Financial Reporting and ERM - Ensure the integrity of investment income reporting across periods while owning the calculation and recording of known P&L exposures - Maintain workflows and operational securities accounting controls - Partner with stakeholders to meet client needs - Oversee the effectiveness of the broader control environment for the insurance company GIA - Oversight of external audits on behalf of Investment Controllership - Oversight of UAT testing on key external vendor system upgrades - Expected Leadership Behaviors: - Create structures and processes that are routine in nature and highly scalable - Value and support associates, fostering a culture of development and growth - Encourage feedback and accountability - Promote partnership - Excel at attracting, developing and retaining a diverse team of talented individuals, and effectively leveraging outsourcing models for the most efficient approach on executing on the team's mandate The Minimum Qualifications - 10+ years of progressive accounting, investment accounting, investment controllership, or financial reporting experience within insurance, asset management, banking, or financial services. - Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP investment accounting and financial reporting. - Proven experience designing, implementing, and enhancing internal controls, governance frameworks, and operational accounting processes in a highly regulated environment. - Direct experience supporting a large and complex investment portfolio, including partnership with Investment Operations and other front-to-back investment functions. - Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline The Ideal Qualifications - Knowledge and experience of investments is highly desired - Strong analytical skills: ability to analyze financial data sets and tell the story of the data - Proven ability to complete high quality work efficiently and increase autonomy over time - Experience in creating and developing teams - Experience effectively leveraging outsourcing and offshoring arrangements - Able to build and maintain strong working relationships across cross-functional groups - Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to express ideas in and articulate in an organized and persuasive manner to leadership, staff, regulatory bodies, etc. - Intellectual curiosity to continue learning and adding breadth and depth to understanding - CPA What You Can Expect at MassMutual MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect: - Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes - A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed - Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time - Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization - A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page.