Insurance Segment Accounting Operations Senior Analyst

Student Careers at KKR; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

KKR seeks a Senior Analyst to support expense accounting across the Insurance Segment. This hands‑on role covers close, financial reporting and analysis in a complex multi‑entity environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, 3+ years in insurance or public accounting, and CPA progress preferred; advanced Excel; exposure to Oracle or SAP. Base salary range is $70k‑$95k USD with discretionary bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA or progress toward CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience within the insurance industry and/or public accounting; Big 4 experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles; exposure to insurance statutory accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities and collaborate across teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Oracle, SAP or other enterprise accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute expense accounting processes including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, capitalized software, lease accounting, and other expense activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and management reporting including budget-to-actual and expense trends.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reporting and disclosures across US GAAP and statutory bases.
• Support budgeting and forecasting and analyze financial results, trends and drivers.
• Maintain SOX controls, support audits, and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with Finance and other functions to resolve accounting and operational matters.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve accounting processes.

Skills

US GAAP

Big 4 experience

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA (progress toward)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

TEAM OVERVIEW

KKR’s Insurance Segment Accounting Operations team is responsible for delivering timely and accurate financial results, maintaining a strong control environment, and operationalizing significant transactions from an accounting perspective. Our team works across locations and partners closely with Finance, Operations and Commercial teams across the organization. We foster a culture of excellence, accountability, grit and collaboration.

POSITION SUMMARY

KKR seeks a Senior Analyst to support expense accounting across the Insurance Segment. This individual will play a hands‑on role in core accounting processes, including close, financial reporting and analysis, within a complex, multi‑entity environment.

As part of the broader Accounting Operations team, the Senior Analyst will gain exposure to a wide range of accounting activities and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation, analytical and problem‑solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute key expense accounting processes, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, capitalized software, lease accounting and other expense related activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and management reporting, including budget‑to‑actual and expense trend analysis.
• Prepare relevant quarterly and annual financial reporting and disclosures across US GAAP and statutory accounting bases.
• Support budgeting and forecasting as appropriate and analyze financial results, trends and business drivers.
• Maintain effective accounting procedures and SOX controls, support internal and external audits, and assist in resolving identified issues.
• Partner across Finance and other key functions to resolve accounting and operational matters and support effective end‑to‑end processes.
• Identify and implement opportunities to simplify, automate and improve accounting processes, while contributing to broader team initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA or progress toward CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience within the insurance industry and/or public accounting; Big 4 experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles; exposure to insurance statutory accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned responsibilities and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Oracle, SAP or other enterprise accounting systems preferred.

This is the expected annual base salary range for this Iowa-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.

Base Salary Range

$70,000-$95,000 USD

KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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