Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst

Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst!

About the role

Symetra's Enterprise Financial Reporting department is looking to add a new Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst to our external reporting team. The Senior Analyst will have the unique opportunity towork with a variety of people throughout the organization, building relationships in Finance, Actuarial and Business Areas. A student of the business, you'll develop in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, investments, and other complex issues.You will play a key role in preparing and reviewing Symetra's quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements, analyzing quarterly results, and preparing/reviewing other external and management reports. You will also support the team in performing technical accounting research and analysis as well asexecuting internal controls.

An ideal candidate should enjoy deep collaboration across multiple teams and have the ability to build relationships with business partners. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organization skills, a strong attention to detail, and who approaches projects with curiosity and a desire to learn. They have high expectations for themselves with the ambition to exceed them!

Your responsibilities

• Prepare and review the Company's GAAP and Statutory Financial Statements and External Reports
• Start-to-finish ownership of report content and presentation
• Prepare and review tie-out support gathered from multiple departments
• Coordinate independent auditor's review of the financial statements and tie-out support
• Benchmark peers to recommend and apply best practices
• Develop technical expertise to understand and apply relevant GAAP and Statutory reporting requirements
• Research and facilitate implementation of new GAAP and Statutory reporting requirements
• Coordinate preparation and review of quarterly internal results analysis
• Execute internal controls and maintain related documentation forexternal reporting
• Prepare accounting memos and policies
• Perform technical accounting research related to new or complex transactions or in support of other departments
• Stay current with developments in the accounting and finance world, sharing knowledge with others
• Leads special projects as needed

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

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Compensation

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

Your education, skills and experience

• A BA/BS in Accounting, or Finance
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in public accounting or with exposure to public company reporting
• CPA or CPA-eligible, preferred
• Experience with the preparation of financial statement and footnote disclosures
• Technical accounting research skills and the desire to use them - analyzing, documenting, and supporting conclusions
• Exposure to internal controls over financial reporting and related documentation
• High expectations for themselves, with an irresistible urge to exceed them
• Creativity, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Good time management, capable of planning and prioritizing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines under pressure
• A positive attitude and sense of humor!
• Experience in the financial services or insurance industry is preferred, but not required.

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

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.

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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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