Staff Accountant Expense Accounting (Hybrid)

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 56000 - 103000

Posted on: 21 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you an accounting professional looking to deepen your technical expertise while gaining exposure across key areas of corporate finance Securian Financial is seeking a Staff Accountant Expense Accounting to join a collaborative team that supports the organizations expense management intercompany billing fixed asset processes and lease accounting.

This role is ideal for someone with 35 years of accounting experience who enjoys meaningful analysis problem solving and the opportunity to influence process improvements within a large sophisticated organization.

What Youll Do

In this role you will take ownership of core accounting processes that directly support Securians financial reporting and expense governance. You will:

Expense Accounting & Month-End Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly journal entries account reconciliations and roll-forwards within the SAP subledger and ledger.
Assist with monthly quarterly and year-end close responsibilities including expense-related accruals.
Perform financial data analysis to respond to expense-related questions and support management decision-making.

Fixed Assets Software Capitalization & Lease Accounting

Serve as a key contributor to activities related to fixed assets (facilities equipment) and software capitalization.
Assist with lease accounting (ASC 842) including journal entries reconciliations and reporting.
Provide backup support for fixed asset accounting functions.

Intercompany & Budget Support

Lead intercompany billing activities and reconcile results with subsidiaries.
Support preparation and analysis of assigned areas during the annual budget cycle.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to streamline processes improve controls and enhance efficiencies across the expense accounting function.

What Were Looking For:

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in accounting
35 years of accounting experience ideally within a corporate environment
Experience preparing reconciliations and analyzing financial data
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently manage deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or management information systems
Solid foundational accounting knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the insurance or financial services industry
Prior accounting experience in a large corporate setting
SAP or other major ERP experience
CPA or progress toward CPA certification

*Internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Financial Planning & Analysis Sr. Analyst.

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If youre in a commutable distance (90 minutes) youll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. #LI-Hybrid

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

$56000.00 - $103000.00

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience skills knowledge etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team we want you to connect with your work your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth well-being and work-life balance including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax recharge and spend time doing whats important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
Leave programs: Securians flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave caregiver leave for family members bereavement and military leave.
Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securians 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment associates and their eligible family members including spouses domestic partners and children are eligible for medical dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events volunteer paid time off a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities including:

Mental Wellness and Disability
Pride at Securian Financial
Securian Young Professionals Network
Securian Multicultural Network
Securian Women and Allies Network
Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securians benefits please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these all cases the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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Are you an accounting professional looking to deepen your technical expertise while gaining exposure across key areas of corporate finance Securian Financial is seeking a Staff Accountant Expense Accounting to join a collaborative team that supports the organizations expense management intercompany...