Financial Accountant

New York Life Insurance Company; Halifax Regional Municipality; Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as part of the Corporate Finance team, where your expertise will drive strategic impact and financial stewardship. This role offers you the opportunity to collaborate with diverse business units, ensuring data accuracy while enhancing reporting processes. With a commitment to inclusion and employee growth, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment where you can thrive. If you're ready to tackle meaningful challenges and make a positive impact in the lives of others, this position is your chance to shine.

Benefits

Leave Programs

Adoption Assistance

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Accounting/Finance, preferably in public accounting or insurance.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual statutory schedules and exhibits.
• Support monthly financial accounting close process and audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Location Designation:Hybrid - 3 days per week

Our New York Life culture has laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where we live and work. Here you become a valued part of a welcoming, inclusive, and caring organization with a long-standing legacy in stability and growth. The strength revolves around our diversified, multi-dimensional business portfolio that goes beyond life insurance.

As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide an environment where you can explore your career ambitions, offering opportunities to tackle meaningful challenges and stretch your skills while balancing work and life priorities. You willbe part ofan inclusive teamguided by our belief to always be there for each other-providing the support and flexibilityto grow and reach new heights while making an impact in the lives of others.

You are our future, and we commit to investing in you accordingly.

Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.

Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees' needs.

Business Overview:

Join Corporate Finance where expertise meets strategic impact. Partner with diverse business units, providing financial insights and guiding sound decision-making. You'll work collaboratively to ensure data accuracy, implement robust controls, and safeguard policy owner interests. Become part of a team dedicated to financial stewardship, enabling business performance, and paving the way for a secure future for generations to come.

Role Overview:

Assists in the management of statutory accounting functions and the preparation of quarterly and annual statutory schedules, exhibits and disclosures. Develops and improves financial analysis and reporting as well as focusing on opportunities to improve processes. Presents results and recommendations to management. Typically has a bachelor's degree in accounting and four or more years of significant experience.

What You'll Do:

* Prepare quarterly and annual statutory schedules and exhibits.
* Analysis to enhance the accuracy, timeliness and completeness of our statutory reporting.
* Work with matrix partners within GBS Finance and Actuarial teams to complete annual filings and disclosures.
* Supports the completion of monthly internal management reporting.
* Assist in the completion and coordination of the monthly financial accounting close process.
* Maintains documentation of internal controls processes in compliance with Model Audit Rule (MAR) and Sarbanes Oxley.
* Supports recurring internal and external audits and financial exams.
* Participates in special projects as needed, either as a subject matter expert or team leader.

What You'll Bring:

* BS in Accounting or Finance preferred
* 4 or more years of Accounting/Finance experience: public accounting or insurance related experience a plus, but not required
* Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting systems and concepts
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to work in a multi-task environment with tight deadlines
* Ability to work independently and as a team player
* Builds strong matrix partner relationships
* Motivated, proactive self-starter
* Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Pay Transparency

Salary Range:$77,500-$132,500

Overtime eligible:Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible:Yes

Sales bonus eligible:No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.

Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by theFoundation.We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

Job Requisition ID:91714