Accounting Associate - Remote
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Accounting Associate!
About the role
Are you interested in gaining experience with the accounting cycles and preparing consolidated financial reporting and regulatory filings? Symetra’s Enterprise Reporting department is looking to add a new Accounting Associate to our team. This is a great opportunity for you to learn, grow and gain experience in a variety of closing and reporting activities, including helping to prepare Symetra’s quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements, analyze quarterly results, and assisting with the preparation of other external and management reports. You’ll also support the team in the monthly close process, including the preparation of journal entries, accounting reconciliations, and review of certain schedules.
What you will do
Accounting Close and Reporting Cycle
- Learning to participate in a variety of reporting activities including
- Preparing journal entries, financial analytics, general ledger reconciliations, and other management reports
- Preparing quarterly internal results analysis
- Preparing the Company's GAAP and Statutory Financial Statements and External Reports
- Compile tie-out support gathered from multiple departments
- Benchmark peers to recommend and apply best practices
- Developing technical expertise to understand and apply relevant GAAP and Statutory reporting requirements
- Learning to execute internal controls and maintain related documentation for external reporting
Technical Accounting
- Learning to prepare accounting memos and policies with guidance from more senior employees
- Performing technical accounting research related to new transactions or in support of other departments
- Staying current with developments in the accounting and finance world, sharing knowledge with others
Other Projects
- Learning to identify areas for improvement and document/update procedures under the direction of others
- Participating in special projects across finance as needed
Why Work at Symetra
Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
“If you're looking for a place to call home, grow professionally and personally and most importantly, be yourself, Symetra is the right fit.” Daniel P. - Senior Underwriter
“The atmosphere at Symetra is truly different than at other companies. If you are looking for a company where your voice will matter and be heard, Symetra is the place for you.” Sydney S. - Actuarial Associate II
What we offer you
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 Overviewopens a pdf file
Compensation
Hourly Range: $24.32-$40.55 plus eligibility for annual bonus program
Requirements
Your experience and skills
- 4-year college degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of experience and education will also be considered
- Beginning understanding of GAAP accounting principles
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office suite proficiency especially Excel and Word
- Excellent communication skills written and verbal
- Approaches projects with curiosity and a desire to learn
- Effective collaborator with the ability to build relationships across departments
- Good organization skills with a strong attention to detail
- Ability to think creatively, effectively problem solve and make decisions
- Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
- A positive attitude and sense of humor
We empower inclusion
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 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.
In a complex industry, we strive for clarity.
Symetra is a dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we're guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they're getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what's right for our customers, communities, and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.
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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