Senior Project Accountant – Financial Services

Securian Financial; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Nine holidays

Job summary

Securian Financial is seeking a Financial Reporting Consultant to lead and execute complex workstreams tied to mergers and acquisitions, finance system implementations, and organizational changes. You will partner with cross-functional teams to integrate new entities and influence the future direction of our financial reporting capabilities.

The role requires significant accounting and financial reporting experience, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities within a

Qualifications

• Significant experience in accounting or financial reporting with strong GAAP knowledge; insurance/actuarial experience preferred.

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 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.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Project leadership

Cross-functional

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

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 (include, But Are Not Limited To)

• 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.
• At Securian Financial the internal title for this position is Financial Reporting Consultant.

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.

Preferred Skills

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

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.

Paid Time Off

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:

• 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 & Sustainability
• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This 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.