Financial Reporting Lead - SAP

American Equity • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Financial Reporting Lead – SAP assists with operationalizing key projects and changes within the financial reporting function, particularly as it relates to the general ledger. This role focuses on managing cross-functional initiatives, enhancing reporting quality and efficiency, and supports compliance with internal and external reporting requirements. The Lead collaborates closely with teams across the business to drive strategic reporting initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in accounting, finance or related field of study; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects or initiatives involving financial reporting improvements or system implementations.
• Extensive experience in SAP, including Group Reporting module.
• Knowledge of the life and annuity insurance industry, including products issued, operating activities performed across the entity, and the regulatory environment.
• Broad understanding of financial statement accounts of a life and annuity company, including investment and actuarial balances.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, Statutory, and SEC reporting requirements
• Exceptional analytical, project management, and organization skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems (e.g. SAP, BlackLine) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Self-starter with a high attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in strategic projects and initiatives and help operationalize those initiatives within the financial reporting function.
• Serves as a steward for the general ledger (SAP) and the respective chart of accounts, consolidation groups, and hierarchies.
• Partners with internal stakeholders to align reporting initiatives with business needs and compliance requirements.
• Manage financial consolidation processes within SAP, including intercompany eliminations.
• Ensure accurate and efficient group financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Mentors and guides junior team members involved in financial reporting projects.
• Develops and maintains documentation on financial reporting processes, controls, and procedures.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level