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Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. Financial Reporting Accountant in Investment Accounting and Reporting!

About the role

Symetra’s Investment Accounting department is looking to add a new Sr. Financial Reporting Accountant, focusing on investment accounting and GAAP and Statutory reporting.  This individual will participate in the month, quarter, and year-end close and reporting cycles.  You will be working with a diverse investment portfolio including bonds, stocks, mortgage loans, derivatives, hedge funds, limited partnerships, and tax credits.  You will work with individuals within Symetra as well as with Symetra's third-party vendor to resolve complex accounting and reporting issues.  Partnering with Symetra's reporting teams to ensure financial presentation and disclosure accuracy will also be a priority. 

Your responsibilities

• Lead a part of the company’s accounting close and reporting cycles
• Perform and review ledger and holdings reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
• Prepare and review quarterly reporting and analysis, work with GAAP and Statutory reporting teams for appropriate disclosure presentation and language
• Prepare and review financial analytics, management reports and other deliverables
• Research and document accounting issues. Prepare/draft and review new or updated accounting analyses and policies
• Provide technical accounting training regarding accounting rules, company controls, policies, and processes
• Identify areas for improvement
• Lead and execute projects with project lead
• Produce a high-quality product with review comments for improvement. Resolve issues with minimal guidance

What we offer you

“If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.” Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development 

“Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences.” Darrell J. - Actuary III 

“Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.” Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst 

Benefits and Perks

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching

Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview 

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,300- $125,600 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Your education, skills and experience

• BA/BS in Accounting or related field
• CPA, CMA a plus
• Relevant work experience in public accounting, insurance, or finance
• Ability to work and succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to adapt to changing priorities
• Strong process improvement skills and the ability to "think outside the box"
• Highly motivated with a strong desire to exceed expectations, and work in a challenging and fast-paced work environment
• Desire to work with a team where growth and improvement are encouraged and supported
• Proven ability to interact effectively and communicate complex investment accounting guidelines and policies in an understandable manner to various levels staff, and external vendors
• Goal-oriented with a track record of task and project completion.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, as the need arises (quarter and year-ends, ad hoc projects)
• Strong Excel skills

We empower inclusion.

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. 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.

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