Senior Financial Analyst - Investment Operations

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•$80,000 - $106,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Performs accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. Responsible for applying financial analysis knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex. This position is within Investment Reporting and will be primarily accountable for the day-to-day coordination and prioritization of asset transfer requests. In addition, the candidate will lead efforts to identify and resolve data exceptions within the investment accounting system, complete reconciliations and resolve variances between the Oracle general ledger and Clearwater, as well as liaison with the ERP team to improve data and processes using the ARCs reconciliation tool.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and/or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 5 years experience, with degree.
Advanced computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of accounting, for example preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, etc.
Knowledge of investment vehicles for example, securities, residential mortgage loans, private equities, etc.
Working knowledge of reporting on a Statutory basis
Customer-oriented with demonstrated communication skills both orally and written
Demonstrated experience with complex problem solving both as an individual as well as within a team.
Attention to detail and accuracy
Deadline driven with the ability to multi-task and work effectively individually and within a team

Responsibilities

Lead coordination, communications and prioritization of asset transfer requests and ensure business requirements are met timely.
Responsible for PIMR accounting and reporting.
Responsible for core system integrity and data quality in accordance with accounting policy and processing procedures and financial data is accurate based upon accounting and investment knowledge.
Responsible for oversight, review, and approval of Reconciliations for fixed income assets in ARCs. Partner with ERP to understand functionality and system capability to support Investment Reporting reconciliation requirements.
Responsible for oversight, review and monitoring of suspense balances for fixed income assets
Responsible for monthly reconciliations from source back to general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and if necessary, prepare correcting journal entries.
Responsible for assisting with preparation of regulatory financials on a Statutory accounting basis.
Respond to requests received from management and other departments.
Understands the flow of information and uses that knowledge to troubleshoot problems.
Accountable for maintaining a positive, proactive relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
Recommend changes to processes to improve and achieve greater efficiencies by documenting business requirements and participating in testing efforts.
May mentor other analysts with reconciliations and other operational processes.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs