Investment Accounting - Staff Accountant I

Security Benefit Business Services / Everly Life•Overland Park, KS

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Staff Accountant, Investment Accounting – Reporting & Audit, you’ll be an integral part of a collaborative, agile team. You’ll design, analyze, and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and exceed expectations. The Staff Accountant, Reporting & Audit position reports to Josh Moreland, Senior Manager, and can be based out of Overland Park, Kansas, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
0-2 years of accounting experience; investment accounting experience a plus.
Working knowledge of GAAP.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (Excel required).
Willingness to develop industry-related knowledge in investment and financial reporting.

Nice To Haves

CPA candidate or willingness to pursue CPA designation preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of audit PBC schedules for EI and EWS consolidated audits, including rollforward and reconciliation workpapers.
Support the preparation of quarterly and annual investment and equity rollforward schedules and portfolio presentation driver summaries.
Prepare and reconcile cash flow schedules and related supporting documentation.
Assist with investment and fair value footnote preparation for audited GAAP financial statements.
Perform data validation to support accuracy of reported consolidation results.
Support deferred G/L analysis, intercompany reconciliation tasks, and other consolidation workpapers as assigned.
Respond to ad hoc requests from audit teams and internal stakeholders.
Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
Educational assistance to support your career development.
Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.