Financial Reporting Analyst

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

About The Role

As a Financial Reporting Analyst, you will focus on cash and suspense accounts reconciliation, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate reports. You will work closely with teams to enhance cash flow processes. With a proactive approach and strong analytical skills, you will take ownership of tasks, work independently, and drive improvements to ensure timely delivery of results.

What You Will Do

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliations, ensuring accuracy between internal records and bank statements
• Monitor and track discrepancies in cash flow, investigating and resolving any variances in a timely manner.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes, ensuring all transactions, journal entries and reconciliations are properly performed
• Collaborate with the Treasury team to provide support related to unclaimed properties
• Prepare audit support documentations and collaborate with auditors on cash related audit
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices for cash reconciliation procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support other functions within the team as necessary.
  
  

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

"At Symetra, we prioritize learning and provide various resources like the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship for professional certifications, and helpful colleagues who are always ready to teach and answer questions.” 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: $64,200 - $106,900 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Who You Are

• High School Diploma required, BA/BS in Accounting or related field preferred.
• Relevant work experience in accounting and finance; cash reconciliation experience a plus
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel required, experience with Lawson, Hyperion, Cadency a plus
• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership over assigned tasks, ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables
• Curious and eager to learn, with a mindset focused on finding better ways of performing cash reconciliation and financial reporting tasks
• Strong ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and sound judgment
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
  
  

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 that helps people achieve their financial goals and have confidence in the future. We value transparency and sustainability, providing competitive products and clear communication. Our commitment to DEI means we support our communities and prioritize financial freedom for all.

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

Work Authorization

This role does not offer employer work visa sponsorship or support. Applicants need to be authorized to work in the United States at hire and throughout their employment.

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