Accounting Analyst, Structured Finance

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Analyst books financial transactions, prepares account reconciliations and analyzes results on a U.S. Statutory and U.S. GAAP basis in addition to preparing reporting to meet regulatory needs and contractual obligations. Additionally, they will be responsible for managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to auditors, financing partners and regulators. The individual will participate in the year-end planning process and periodic analysis of plan to actual variances. This person will enjoy opportunities to participate in development, implementation and management of financing transactions and retrocessions, and to see the 360 degree of entity management, interaction as part of a cross functional group.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Accounting/Finance or equivalent related work experience required
3+ Years accounting, auditing or other relevant experience required
Word, intermediate Excel and skills- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to perform accounting analysis and provide written explanations of actual results to plan- intermediate proficiency required
Knowledge of accounting/finance theory, application, financial reporting and Statutory and GAAP accounting- intermeidate proficiency required
Ability to be flexible when needed, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability- intermediate proficiency required
Oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge; negotiation and persuasion skills- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to quickly adapt to new methods, work under tight deadlines and stressful conditions.- intermediate proficiency required
Investigative, analytical and problem solving skills- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously; Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives- intermediate proficiency required
Ability to foster customer service as needed - intermediate proficiency required
Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions- intermediate proficiency required

Responsibilities

Performs month-end and quarter-end financial reporting functions for the business unit, area or function, which may include any or all of the following: preparation of general ledger uploads; reconciling various ledger accounts; updating, reconciling and recording financial results; analysis, compiling and reporting of data based on a US GAAP and Statutory basis; reconciliation of various accounts
Works with other functional and corporate areas in RGA to achieve accuracy, efficiency, and effective accounting practices and procedures and responds to requests from other functional areas on various inquiries.
Assists with report development and/or updates; addresses financial reporting related questions raised by business unit, area, or function.
Shares technical expertise with others; recommends process improvements, provides functional advice and/or training as needed.
Serves as liaison to other business units, areas and functions as needed.
Maintains SOX documentation and provides as needed; may assist with year-end audit and other internal audits as needed.
Assists with annual budget and planning, process and analysis.
Responsible for ensuring contractual obligations for all assigned transactions are met and will serve as a primary contact to third-party financing partners