Staff Accountant I - Financial Reporting STAT

Security Benefit; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) match

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Educational assistance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Security Benefit is hiring a Staff Accountant I for Financial Reporting (STAT). Based in Overland Park, KS, you’ll support reinsurance settlement statements, monthly close, and ICFR-related controls. This role blends remote and on-site work with a collaborative, growth-focused team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 1+ years of accounting or financial reporting experience, plus ERP experience (PeopleSoft or Oracle Fusion) and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 1+ years of accounting or financial reporting preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (PeopleSoft or Oracle Fusion preferred); intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reinsurance settlement statements and supporting schedules with a focus on accuracy and control.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes per control requirements.
• Maintain controls over reinsurance processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Develop and document procedures and control narratives.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and walkthroughs.
• Analyze financial statements to identify trends and summarize findings for the Manager.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Finance and Internal Controls.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Oracle Fusion

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Staff Accountant I - Financial Reporting STAT

Security Benefit, 6480 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas, United States of America •

1 SW Security Benefit Pl, Topeka, KS 66606, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM

We're Looking for a Staff Accountant I!

About the Company:
Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $75 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a PLACE where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement®.

We’re proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:

• Named to Ward’s 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram’s Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the Role:
As a Staff Accountant, you will beresponsible for supporting the preparation, analysis, and accuracy of reinsurance settlement statements in accordance with U.S. STAT. This role contributes to the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; supports internal control over financial reporting (ICFR); and assists with external audit activities.

We report to the Manager, STAT Financial Reporting, this is an individual contributor role suited to a detail-oriented accounting professional who executes defined tasks with a high degree of accuracy and a growth mindset. This position is based in Overland Park, Kansas, Topeka, Kansas or Des Moines, Iowa. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

• Prepare reinsurance settlement statements and supporting schedules with a focus on accuracy, control integrity, and adherence to U.S. STAT;
• Support the month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring adherence to control requirements and timelines;
• Assist in the maintenance of controls over the reinsurance processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and disclosures;
• Assist in the development and enhancement of procedures and control narratives;
• Assist with internal and external audit requests, including walkthroughs, testing support, and remediation documentation;
• Analyze financial statements to identify trends and ensure accuracy of reported results; summarize findings for review by the Manager;
• Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal stakeholders across Finance and Internal Controls to support communication and process alignment;
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement;
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• Experience: 1+ years of accounting or financial reporting preferred.
• Systems: Experience working with ERP systems (PeopleSoft or Oracle Fusion preferred); intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Skills & Capabilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all work product.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to summarize findings clearly and collaborate across teams.
• Strong organizational skills and time management with the ability to meet critical deadlines and manage competing priorities with close supervision.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while maintaining a collaborative team orientation.
• High level of integrity with a commitment to compliance and ethical standards in all financial reporting activities.
• Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, receive feedback, and develop technical and professional capabilities over time.

Why Choose Security Benefit?
When you join our team, you’re not just getting a paycheck — you’re getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
• 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
• Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
• 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
• Educational assistance to support your career development.
• Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.

Security Benefit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Security Benefit, 6480 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, Kansas, United States of America,

400 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA,

1 SW Security Benefit Pl, Topeka, KS 66606, USA