Senior Insurance Accountant

Securian-Financial-4; Saint Paul (MN); Ibrido; USD 74.000 - 137.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid time off

Nine company holidays

401(k) retirement plan with companycon

Descrizione del lavoro

Securian Financial in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Institutional Retirement Solutions finance team. You will manage quarterly financial statements, prepare or review journal entries, and support audits and reporting for GAAP and statutory statements.

The role involves designing accounting for new products, collaborating with accounting policy, and driving process improvements while working in a hybrid setup with both home and office presence.

Competenze

• Accounting experience with GAAP, statutory, management-based, and tax for financial reporting and budgeting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of insurance accounting concepts and products.
• Demonstrated initiative to serve as a resource for team members and independently manage projects.
• Written and verbal communication skills to provide superior customer service.

Mansioni

• Manages the quarterly financial statements and reporting processes and ensures timely and accurate processing.
• Prepares or reviews journal entries and ensures the accuracy of accounting transactions, including monthly reconciliations.
• Leads development of accounting samples and ERP system testing to support new product offerings or reinsurance transactions.
• Performs analysis to understand key trends and variances driving financial results.
• Participates in audits and prepares schedules for auditors, rating agencies, and IRS leadership.

Conoscenze

Analytical thinking

Communication

Detail-oriented

Prioritization

Problem solving

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

SAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview:Join our dynamic Institutional Retirement Solutions (IRS) finance team as a Senior Accountant. It’s an exciting time for IRS as we work to broaden our product offerings and implement capabilities new to Securian and in some cases, new to the industry.You'll work with a diverse range of clients, focusing on Institutional Retirement products such as Pension Risk Transfer, Guaranteed Investment Contracts and Evergreen Group Annuities. This role will manage the IRS financial reporting process, including preparing or reviewing accounting entries for GAAP and Stat financial statements and managing control processes. You will also work closely with Accounting Policy to design accounting for new products or reinsurance transactions. 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.*We are open to considering both local and remote talent for this opportunity. If you live within a commutable distance of our St. Paul Home Office, this position follows a hybrid work schedule. If you live outside of a commutable distance, you may be eligible to work as a virtual employee.Responsibilities include but not limited to:Manages the quarterly financial statements and reporting processes and ensures timely and accurate processingPrepares or reviews journal entries and ensures the accuracy of accounting transactions processed, including managing monthly reconciliation processesLead development of accounting samples and completes admin and ERP system testing to support new product offerings or reinsurance transactionsPerforms analysis to understand key trends and variances driving financial resultsDevelops and documents procedures and ensures accuracy of accountingSupports the preparation and communication of financial information for auditors, insurance examiners, rating agencies, insurance agencies, and IRS leadershipParticipates in projects related to financial reporting or financial contractsIdentifies opportunities for and leads implementation of process improvementsQualifications:Accounting experience with exposure to GAAP, statutory, management-based, and tax for financial reporting and budgetingBachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Math, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experienceKnowledge of insurance accounting concepts and productsDemonstrated initiative to serve as a resource for team members and independently manage projectsWritten and verbal communication skills to provide superior customer service to a variety of business partnersDemonstrated analytical skills to review and analyze financial statements and reportsUnderstanding the structure of the data within financial and administration systemsExcellent attention to detailAbility to effectively multi-task and meet prescribed deadlines on a continuous basisPreferred Qualifications:CPA designationReinsurance accounting experienceSAP general ledger experienceSecurian Financial believes that meaningful in-person collaboration is an important part of our culture. Our hybrid work model gives associates the flexibility to work both remotely and in the office while fostering connection, learning, and innovation. Associates who live within a 90-minute commute of our Home Office in St. Paul, Minnesota spend 3 or more days each week working from the office.*At Securian Financial Group the internal title for this position is Financial Reporting Consultant.Preferred Skills:Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Communication, Creative Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Prioritization, Problem SolvingThe estimated base pay range for this job is:$73,700.00 - $136,800.00Pay 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.Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. 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:Environmental Health & SustainabilityMental Wellness and DisabilityPride at Securian FinancialSecurian Young Professionals NetworkSecurian Multicultural NetworkSecurian Women and Allies NetworkServicemember Associate Resource GroupThis 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.Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at [e-mail], by telephone [phone] (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).Securian Financial is a drug-free workplace.