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This is a high-visibility leadership role at the center of HIMCO's investment reporting and analytics, reporting directly to the HIMCO CFO. The Director leads a high-performing team responsible for GAAP investment disclosures, the quarterly investment credit loss process, and the accounting and analysis for complex alternative asset classes. Working closely across HIMCO and the Controllers organization, this role shapes how The Hartford reports its investment results to the market, operates within a strong SOX control environment, and advances process modernization and automation.

Responsibilities:

• Own and elevate the investment sections of The Hartford's 10-Qs, 10-Ks, and Investor Financial Supplements-partnering across the organization to translate portfolio developments and market conditions into clear, decision-useful disclosures

• Lead the quarterly credit loss review and yield update process, integrating investment performance, market drivers, and cash flow modeling outputs into recommendations and a final readout for HIMCO senior leadership (including the CIO) and The Hartford's Controller

• Oversee accounting and deep-dive analysis for complex alternative asset classes, including derivative hedge effectiveness testing, review of net investment income budget and outlook projections, and delivery of reporting and analysis needed for these asset classes

• Drive the adoption of new GAAP and SEC accounting standards and investment structures, from technical research and policy through assessment, communication, and execution of financial statement impacts

• Serve as an active member of the HIMCO Valuation Committee, contributing expertise on the development, refinement, governance, and ongoing evaluation of valuation models and methodologies

• Respond to strategic and ad hoc analytical requests that support investment portfolio management, executive decision-making, and enterprise-wide priorities

• Partner with external auditors and internal stakeholders to deliver GAAP audit requirements and maintain strong SOX control design, documentation, and operating effectiveness

• Champion continuous improvement and modernization, leveraging capabilities across the investment accounting platform, data warehouse, TM1, and emerging AI technologies to streamline workflows, enhance analytical insight, and increase efficiency

• Lead, coach, and develop a team (one Assistant Director and senior analysts/accountants), fostering strong feedback, accountability, and leadership behaviors aligned with The Hartford's culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA and/or advanced degree a plus

• Strong GAAP foundation with a demonstrated controls mindset; experience in the investment and/or insurance industry is a plus

• Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and control

• Deep technical and analytical capability, with a solid understanding of capital markets and underlying business drivers; able to serve as a trusted thought partner

• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and motivating high-performing teams through change

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions, levels, and competing perspectives

About the Firm:

Hartford Investment Management Company (HIMCO) is the asset management arm of The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The Hartford). HIMCO is an insurance asset manager with over $100 billion in assets under management across global fixed income, equity, and alternatives. We manage assets on behalf of The Hartford as well as insurance, sub-advisory, and other institutional clients-combining scale with a collaborative, solutions-oriented culture.

The Hartford is a Fortune 200 company with approximately 18,500 employees worldwide and a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits, mutual funds, and other investment products. We're committed to operating sustainably and doing the right thing for our stakeholders-addressing environmental, social, and economic needs while delivering meaningful impact through our work.

As a condition of your employment for HIMCO, you will be required to affirm to HIMCO's Code of Ethics and understand that you will be required to comply with the disclosure of accounts, holdings and pre-clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully described in the Code of Ethics Key Points. If you will be deemed to be a "Covered Associate" under HIMCO's Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose all political contributions that you have given within the past 2 calendar years.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

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