Senior Financial Analyst - Investment Operations

Transamerica Corporation; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Transamerica Corporation is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team in Cedar Rapids, IA or Philadelphia, PA. You will perform accounting, financial reporting, and analysis, applying judgment to complex data and forecasting efforts.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of experience, and strong communication, analytical, and computer skills. The role offers a competitive salary with bonus potential and broad benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience, with degree
• Advanced computer skills

Responsibilities

• Extracts financial data from various accounting and information systems to perform analyses.
• Analyzes financial data and interprets information to determine past performance and project outcomes.
• Develops financial reports and complex models for forecasting, trending and results analysis.
• Supports client reporting needs including client performance and compensation.
• Participates in monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Skills

Analytical

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

## Senior Financial AnalystApplylocations: Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Philadelphia, Pennsylvaniatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R20062365**Job Family**Finance - General**About Us**At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.**Who We Are**We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.**What We Do**Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.\* For more information, visit transamerica.com.**Job Description Summary**Performs accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. Responsible for applying financial analysis knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex.**Job Description****Responsibilities*** Extracts financial data from various accounting and information systems to perform appropriate analyses.* Analyzes financial data and defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and/or to project a financial result.* Determines appropriate methodology to prepare information for use by others.* Interprets financial transactions and events for users and may offer recommendations to those making economic or business decisions.* Utilizes a thorough understanding of the business to proactively develop financial reports and complex models for forecasting, trending and results analysis.* Supports client reporting needs including client performance and compensation. Performs client analysis and trend reporting.* Participates in monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.* Participates on project teams or leads project teams.* May participate in due diligence activities.* Works effectively with other departments/divisions to ensure business issues are resolved for the success of the company.* Offers leadership and direction to others. May supervise others.* Possesses and applies broad knowledge of concepts and principles or exhibits technical expertise in a specific area; works with minimal instruction or guidance with appreciable latitude for un-reviewed action or decisions; performs moderately difficult assignments with diverse scope and complexity, requiring a great deal of originality, creativity and problem solving with initiative and independent judgment required.* Responsible for adherence to the company's framework of internal controls.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and/or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 5 years experience, with degree. Advanced computer skills.**Preferred Qualifications*** Solid knowledge of accounting/financial area preferred (for example, investments, insurance products, premium). Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, ability to handle multiple projects, customer service approach, willingness to take on new projects, analytical. Work effectively individually and within a team; organizational and prioritization skills.**Working Conditions*** Office Environment* Fast- paced deadline- driven office environment.* Occasional Travel <10%The Salary for this position generally ranges between $80,000.00- $106,000.00 annually. ***Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including***qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.**Disclaimer:***Beware of fake job offers!*We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:*This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.***What We Offer**For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation Benefits* Competitive Pay* Bonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits Package* Pension Plan* 401k Match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Tuition Reimbursement* Disability Insurance* Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* Employee Discounts* Career Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance Benefits* Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.* Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).* Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars* Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.* Adoption Assistance* Employee Assistance Program* Back-Up Care Program* PTO for Volunteer Hours* Employee Matching Gifts Program* Employee Resource Groups* Inclusion and Diversity Programs* Employee Recognition Program* Referral Bonus Programs**Inclusion & Diversity**We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.**Giving Back**We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.