Symetra Corporate Finance has a great opportunity for a Financial Reporting Analyst (FRA)

About the role:

The FRA is a key team member of Symetra’s Enterprise Services team in Corporate Finance. The Enterprise Services team consists of teams supporting Financial Operations, Accounts Payable, Travel & Entertainment, and Payroll. The FRA will primarily support the Financial Operations team, as well as certain functions of the other teams in Enterprise Services. The FRA reports directly to the lead financial reporting analyst of Financial Operations.

The FRA will support the company’s operating expense close and reporting process, the preparation of accounting for fixed assets, prepaid expense, and lease accounting. Additionally, the FRA will prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, perform cost allocations and publish expense reports to management and business leaders.

The FRA will perform analysis on company expense results for both internal and external parties. The FRA will identify process for improvement and implement more efficient and reliable workflows.

The FRA has a strong understanding of the fundamentals of accounting and reporting requirements, with an ability and interest to take on complex tasks. If you have a high attention to detail and enjoy a fast paced and challenging environment, this is the position for you!

What you'll do in this role

• Accounting for monthly activities related to fixed assets, prepaid assets, and leases.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and all assigned tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participate in monthly expense close, including the preparation & review of GAAP / STAT reporting for operating expenses, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, leases, and monthly cost allocations.

Salary Range: ($60,500.to $100,800.) plus eligibility for annual bonus program

Your education, experience, and skills

• A BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• CPA or CMA preferred, but not required
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel, Access, and Word
• Solid understanding of GAAP (and/or Statutory) accounting guidance
• Experience with general ledger accounting systems (Lawson/Hyperion) a plus
• Critical attention to detail
• Highly motivated individual, with a strong desire to exceed expectations, desire to learn, looking for challenging and fast paced work environment
• Good decision making, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to produce high quality assignments independently, with minimal guidance and be a subject matter of expert to other staff
• Ability to interact effectively with different personality styles and build relationships
• Ability to be innovative in resolving issues and improving processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Goal oriented with a track record of driving through to completion
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as need arises

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

What we offer you

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.

• Ongoing learning and skills development through our college tuition assistance, professional education certification programs and more
• Flexible work and telecommute arrangements
• Wellness program offering employees a variety of resources designed to assist you in reaching and maintaining your optimum health
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching and/or participate in our company-wide week of service each June
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

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:

www.symetra.com/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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