Senior Accountant II

Pacific Life; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellbeing Reimbursement Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave & Adoption Support

401k with company match

Job summary

Pacific Life in Newport Beach, CA is seeking a Finance Reconciliation Specialist to perform complex bank, suspense, and system-to-general ledger reconciliations. The role emphasizes process improvement, controls, and collaboration across Accounting, Operations, Treasury, and Technology with leadership support for reconciliation projects.

The position offers a base pay range and eligibility for incentive pay, along with comprehensive benefits starting Day 1.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform complex bank, suspense, and system-to-general ledger reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze reconciliation results, identify root causes, and implement process improvements.
• Knowledge of internal controls (including ICFR) over reconciliation processes and accurate documentation of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs Complex Reconciliations and Issue Resolution (50%)
• Analysis and Process Improvement (30%)
• Controls, Documentation, and Collaboration (10%)
• Leadership and Project Support (10%)

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)

United States, California, Newport Beach

• Performs Complex Reconciliations and Issue Resolution (50%)
  Prepares and reviews complex bank, suspense, and system-to-general ledger reconciliations. Identifies, investigates, and resolves reconciling items, including timing differences, errors, and unusual transactions. Ensures reconciliation deliverables meet established timelines, quality standards, and Service Level Agreements.


• Analysis and Process Improvement (30%)
  Analyzes reconciliation results and trends to identify root causes of discrepancies and recommends solutions. Applies best practices and functional expertise to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen controls. Partners with stakeholders to implement process improvements and resolve upstream or downstream issues impacting reconciliations.


• Controls, Documentation, and Collaboration (10%)
  Supports the maintenance of internal controls (including ICFR) over reconciliation processes. Creates and maintains and documentation of procedures, controls, and standard operating practices. Collaborates with business partners across Accounting, Operations, Treasury, and Technology to ensure alignment and data integrity.


• Leadership and Project Support (10%)
  Acts as a resource for team members by providing guidance on complex reconciliation issues and best practices. May lead functional initiatives or support projects related to system implementations, process enhancements, or testing activities (e.g., UAT). Contributes to knowledge sharing and team development.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$103,140.00 - $126,060.00

Job Description:

• Performs Complex Reconciliations and Issue Resolution (50%)
  Prepares and reviews complex bank, suspense, and system-to-general ledger reconciliations. Identifies, investigates, and resolves reconciling items, including timing differences, errors, and unusual transactions. Ensures reconciliation deliverables meet established timelines, quality standards, and Service Level Agreements.


• Analysis and Process Improvement (30%)
  Analyzes reconciliation results and trends to identify root causes of discrepancies and recommends solutions. Applies best practices and functional expertise to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and strengthen controls. Partners with stakeholders to implement process improvements and resolve upstream or downstream issues impacting reconciliations.


• Controls, Documentation, and Collaboration (10%)
  Supports the maintenance of internal controls (including ICFR) over reconciliation processes. Creates and maintains and documentation of procedures, controls, and standard operating practices. Collaborates with business partners across Accounting, Operations, Treasury, and Technology to ensure alignment and data integrity.


• Leadership and Project Support (10%)
  Acts as a resource for team members by providing guidance on complex reconciliation issues and best practices. May lead functional initiatives or support projects related to system implementations, process enhancements, or testing activities (e.g., UAT). Contributes to knowledge sharing and team development.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$103,140.00 - $126,060.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents




• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off




• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program




• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

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EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.