Sr. Compliance Analyst - Remote

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sr. Analyst, ICFR Compliance!

About The Role

The Senior Analyst, ICFR Compliance plays a significant role in Symetra’s company-wide Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program supporting both the GAAP and Statutory requirements. This role will have the unique opportunity to work directly with all levels of management and business functions to improve and gain in-depth knowledge of key processes and manage financial reporting risks company wide. The Senior Analyst will help perform the end-to-end ICFR risk assessment process and assist with special projects to design controls for new business initiatives. The Senior Analyst will also help develop practical solutions to identify process improvements and work with our internal audit team to implement new or improved controls. Additionally, this position will partner with others in our Enterprise Financial Reporting team to help prepare certain annual financial statements and other external and management reports. An ideal candidate should enjoy deep collaboration across multiple teams and can build relationships with business partners. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organization skills, a strong attention to detail, and who approaches projects with curiosity and a desire to learn. They have high expectations for themselves with the ambition to exceed them!

What You Will Do

• Prepare the GAAP and STAT annual risk assessments and scoping analysis.
• Assist with preparing periodic reporting packages and other presentations for senior management related to planning, risk assessment and compliance, audit findings and remediation plans.
• Partner with the key business area and IT process owners to ensure process narratives, procedures, controls and control mapping requirements are kept current and comply with internal and external documentation requirements.
• Participate in key process walkthroughs to identify, validate and document significant classes of transactions, financial reporting risks, financial statement assertions and key/non-key controls.
• Assist in designing controls for special projects, including the implementation of new accounting standards, business initiatives, and system implementations.
• Keep key finance team members and management appropriately updated on relevant internal control compliance activities and timely communication of risks and issues identified.
• Help facilitate the remediation of control gaps/deficiencies and escalate possible critical issues to senior management. Identify areas of potential improvement for key processes and procedures and supports the management of the related processes and procedures.
• Coordinate and analyze periodic process owner sub-certifications.
• Build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with all levels of management, internal audit, and external auditors.
• Prepare journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and/or reporting files.
• Prepare financial analytics, management reports, and other deliverables.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements.
  
  

Why work at Symetra

“If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.” Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development

“Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences.” Darrell J. - Actuary III

“Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.” Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst

What We Offer You

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
  
  

Compensation

Salary Range: $85,400 – $142,300 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who You Are

• A BA/BS in Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, or Finance
• Minimum of 3 years of experience, preferably in public accounting, internal audit, or consulting
• CPA or CPA-eligible, preferred
• Experience in the financial services or insurance industry is preferred, but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of ICFR standards, types, methodologies, documentation and control testing
• Strong understanding of IT audit methodology and strong foundation in Information Technology General Controls (ITGC)
• Strong oral and written communication skills - ability to explain concepts and articulate opinions at all levels
• Strong project management abilities
• Strong documentation skills -- clear, concise, detailed, and accurate
• Creativity, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Good time management, capable of planning and prioritizing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines under pressure
• A positive attitude and sense of humor!
• High school diploma required.
  
  

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts Here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.