Sr Specialist, Financial Analyst

Transamerica • Cedar Rapids, IA

121d • $105,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Serves as a subject matter expert within the Financial Analysis group performing accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. Applies financial knowledge and judgment to activities that are diverse and complex in order to validate the integrity of financial analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience.
• Eight years of experience, with degree.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting/finance.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Advanced computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of investments, insurance products/premiums.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects across the Finance group as assigned.
• Review the preparation of financial statements/reports and interpret data for the purpose of determining past performance and complex accounting issues.
• Assist department leadership team in implementing new policies and procedures.
• Share high-level knowledge with others in order to promote further development of the department.
• Provide a higher level of financial analysis and accounting understanding to aid in solving problems in unique ways.
• Recommend and lead implementation of changes to processes to achieve efficiencies through the use of technology.
• Work with other departments to ensure business issues are resolved.

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
• 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
• College Coach 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree