Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. The Senior Financial Reporting Accountant will manage accurate and timely investment accounting and reporting under GAAP and Statutory requirements, support financial close cycles and regulatory reporting, and analyze complex accounting transactions. The role also involves audit support, issue resolution, process improvements, and collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and auditors.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the company's monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and reporting cycles, including account reconciliations and financial analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of reported results
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, management reports, and supporting documentation
• Support GAAP and Statutory financial reporting requirements, including financial statement disclosures and regulatory filings
• Partner with financial reporting teams to ensure appropriate presentation and disclosure of financial information
• Perform financial analysis and investigate significant fluctuations and emerging trends
• Prepare schedules and documentation in support of internal and external audits
• Research and document accounting matters and assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures
• Collaborate with business partners, reporting teams, and third-party vendors to resolve accounting and reporting issues
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, strengthen controls, and enhance operational efficiency
• Produce high-quality work products while effectively managing multiple priorities and reporting deadlines

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Relevant experience in public accounting (Big Four preferred), insurance, financial services, asset management, or corporate financial reporting
• Strong understanding of GAAP and Statutory accounting and reporting requirements
• Experience supporting financial statement preparation, disclosure reporting, and accounting close processes
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to a broad audience
• Experience researching and documenting technical accounting matters and accounting policies
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and project management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment where growth, learning, and continuous improvement are encouraged
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company
• Master's degree, MBA, or CPA preferred
• Big Four preferred

Benefits

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Company matching to double employees' charitable contributions
• Resources including Student of the Business courses and sponsorship of professional certifications

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