Accounting Analyst

Company:  Securian Financial
Location: Minneapolis
Closing Date: 03/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Are you passionate about financial reporting and looking to make a significant impact? As a Accounting Analyst, you will play a crucial role in preparing and distributing internal financial statements, regulatory accounting filings, and external audited financial statements and disclosures. Your expertise will ensure that all reports and disclosures comply with applicable regulations, professional standards, and organizational policies. In this role, you will prepare timely and accurate journal entries for inclusion in both internal and external financial statements, research and establish accounting and reporting policies, assist in complex accounting and reporting transactions, and manage financial systems, including general ledger and internal control systems. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Join us and be a part of something great.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Prepares and completes financial reports on a timely basis. Includes:
    • Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for certain subsidiaries
    • Analytically reviewing the financial statements
    • Providing financial assistance to product line and subsidiary financial managers
    • Assisting with the quarterly consolidation of GAAP financial statements
  • Participates in the preparation of annual earnings, operating budgets and goals and plans for these subsidiaries.
  • Assists in monitoring accounting changes and makes sure they are appropriately addressed in the financial statements of the subsidiaries.
  • Responds to inquiries of internal and external clients by providing feedback/documentation to financial statement users regarding internal/external audit matters, and informational and managerial inquiries.
  • Assists in the preparation of information relating to multiple employee benefit plans and assist in the coordination with Securian Financial Group external auditors on the completion of audited financial statements. Assists in keeping management informed of changing audit requirements, new disclosures, etc.
  • Assist in the completion of monthly sales reporting.
  • Participates in special projects as necessary (e.g., addition of newly acquired subsidiaries or new investments in existing subsidiaries).
  • Cross-training job responsibilities with other Financial Reporting associates.
Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting principles as they apply to Securian Financial Group accounting systems, operations and financial statements.
  • Understanding of corporate system policies and procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP accounting products.
  • Strong communication skills to assist in resolving audit questions and providing quality service to business clients.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving and math skills to accurately complete financial statements and assist in the design of appropriate analytical information for senior management, industry associates and regulatory authorities.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Four-year accounting degree; CPA (or pursuing) preferred.
  • Previous financial reporting experience.
  • Basic knowledge of GAAP, IFRS and statutory regulations.
  • Basic knowledge of insurance products, services and operations.

Securian Financial Groups internal position title is Financial Reporting Analyst.
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 2-3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. When working in our offices at least two days per week isn't feasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option.
Physical job requirements:
  • Ability to utilize the keyboard, computer and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per day.
  • Ability to work at least 40 hours per week.
  • Ability to utilize the phone and/or virtual meeting platform for 1-4 hours per day.

The physical job requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The estimated base pay range for this job is:
$45,500.00 - $84,500.00
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 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. During your first year of hire, you receive a prorated bank of personal days and vacation time depending on your month of hire.
  • Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
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:
  • 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 , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).
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