Senior Financial Analyst

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

45d•$78,000 - $98,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position within Investment Reporting will be responsible for supporting Derivative & Securities Operations Accounting. Performs accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. Responsible for applying financial analysis knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex.

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

Solid knowledge of accounting/financial area preferred (for example, investments, insurance products, premium).
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, ability to handle multiple projects, customer service approach, willingness to take on new projects, analytical.
Work effectively individually and within a team; organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

Oversight, review, and approval of Reconciliations
Oversight, review and monitoring of suspense balances
Monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records by preparing journal entries with primary focus on derivatives but not limited to
Monthly reconciliations from source back to general ledger
Extract financial and attribute data from core accounting system to trouble-shoot and resolve cash payment discrepancies
Core system integrity and data quality in accordance with accounting policy and processing procedures
Daily review of derivative activity processing results and be able to address questions regarding accounting results calculated by the system
Work directly with the vendor and stakeholder to resolve process exceptions.
Understand the flow of information and use that knowledge to troubleshoot problems.

Benefits

Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
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