Financial Reporting Analyst (Hybrid)

Securian Financial Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Flexible leave programs

Nine paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Volunteer time off

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

The Financial Reporting Accountant role at Securian Financial Group supports the Employee Benefits Solutions finance team in preparing GAAP and Statutory financial statements and related schedules. It emphasizes collaboration with auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and timely completion of required exhibits.

Hybrid work arrangement with in-office presence three days a week is offered, and the position requires a Bachelor’s degree with strong analytical,

Qualifications

• Experience with statutory, GAAP, and tax reporting for financial statements.
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative to serve as a resource for the team and manage projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication to assist business partners.
• Analytical skills to review and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Understanding of programming/analytical skills to interpret data structures in financial systems.
• Excellent attention to detail in financial processes.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines at quarter-end and peak times.
• Willingness to work overtime during quarter-end and peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepares EBS division financial reporting and ensures timely and accurate processing.
• Ensures accurate allocation of premiums for premium tax payments.
• Ensures accuracy of accounting transactions within the business area.
• Supports preparation and communication of financial information for auditors and management.
• Participates in projects related to financial reporting or contracts.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis understanding

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Overtime availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

*Securian Financial Group’s internal position title is Financial Reporting Analyst.

Position Summary

The Employee Benefits Solutions (EBS) finance team is looking for a motivated and analytical problem solver to join our dynamic business area as a Financial Reporting Accountant. Working with a broad array of products and clients—with a particular emphasis on the large employer group insurance market and a significant array of reinsurance programs–our team prepares the accounting entries for our GAAP and Statutory financial statements. In addition, we work closely with auditors (both internal and external) and prepare numerous schedules and exhibits for internal and external reporting requirements, including rating agency presentations, blue book financial schedules, and internal data and metric preparation for senior management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares EBS division financial reporting and ensures timely and accurate processing.
• Ensures the compliance, accuracy and completeness of the allocation of EBS premiums to facilitate the accurate payment of premium tax.
• Ensures the accuracy of accounting transactions processed within the business area.
• Supports the preparation and communication of financial information for auditors, insurance examiners, rating agencies, insurance agencies, and company leaders.
• Participates in projects related to financial reporting or financial contracts.

Qualifications

• Accounting exposure to statutory, management-based, tax and GAAP for financial reporting and budgeting.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Accounting, Finance, or Math).
• Demonstrated leadership and initiative to serve as a resource for team members and independently manage projects.
• Written and verbal communication skills to provide superior customer service to a variety of business partners.
• Demonstrated analytical skills to review and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Understanding of programming and analytical skills to understand the structure of the data within financial and administration systems.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and meet prescribed deadlines on a continuous basis.
• Ability to work overtime at quarter end and other peak times.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of life and health insurance concepts and products.
• Reinsurance accounting experience.

Compensation

The estimated base pay range for this job is: $48,200.00 - $91,000.00 Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Work Arrangement

This position will have a hybrid working arrangement, working in-office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

Benefits

• Paid time off: We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
• Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
• Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members & including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
• Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including: Environmental Health & Sustainability Mental Wellness and Disability Pride at Securian Financial Securian Young Professionals Network Securian Multicultural Network Securian Women and Allies Network Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page. This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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