Senior Project Accountant – Financial Services

Securian Financial Group; United States; On-site; USD 73,700 - 136,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Company-funded pension plan

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible leave programs

Job summary

Securian Financial Group is looking for a professional to lead significant financial reporting initiatives. In this role, you will coordinate complex projects tied to mergers and acquisitions while also supporting finance-related system implementations. The ideal candidate should have a strong knowledge of GAAP principles and previous experience in financial reporting, particularly in insurance.

This position offers a hybrid work environment, allowing for flexibility between remote and in-office collaboration. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, healthcare coverage from day one, and a company-funded pension plan.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or coordinate complex projects.
• Understanding of state, SEC, NAIC, FINRA reporting requirements.
• General understanding of STAT and IFRS accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of federal income tax considerations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate workstreams related to integration of mergers and acquisitions.
• Support finance-related system implementations, upgrades, and ongoing financial reporting activities.
• Communicate key updates, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders.

Skills

Accounting

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Detail-Oriented

Problem Solving

Project Management

Verbal Communications

Education

Significant experience in accounting or financial reporting, preferably in insurance or actuarial environments

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in high-impact financial reporting initiatives across the organization. In this role, you will lead and execute complex workstreams tied to mergers and acquisitions, finance system implementations, and organizational changes—helping shape how financial reporting evolves at Securian. You’ll partner closely with cross-functional teams to integrate new entities, support process improvements, and influence the future direction of our financial reporting capabilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in large-scale, companywide projects and initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate workstreams related to integration of mergers and acquisitions across multiple functional teams.
• Align newly acquired entities into the Securian Financial's close calendar, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate on the implementation and maintenance of emerging GAAP, STAT, and potentially IFRS accounting policies and reporting requirements.
• Support finance-related system implementations, upgrades, and ongoing financial reporting activities.
• Communicate key updates, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in accounting or financial reporting, with strong knowledge of GAAP principles; experience within insurance or actuarial environments is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or coordinate complex projects and workstreams.
• Understanding of state, SEC, NAIC, FINRA, industry, and rating agency reporting requirements.
• General understanding of STAT and IFRS accounting principles as they relate to regulated entities.
• Working knowledge of federal income tax considerations as they relate to financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Accounting
• Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Detail‑Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Verbal Communications

Hybrid Work

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.

Compensation

The estimated base pay range for this job is: $73,700.00 - $136,800.00. 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.

Benefits

Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well‑being and work‑life balance, including the advantages listed here: 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: Mental Wellness and Disability, Pride at Securian Financial, Securian Young Professionals Network, Securian Multicultural Network, Securian Women and Allies Network, Servicemember Associate Resource Group.

EEO Statement

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