Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst

Symetra's Investment Accounting department has an exciting new opportunity to join us as aSenior Financial Reporting Analyst!

About the role

As aSenior Financial Reporting Analyst,you will be responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of investment-related financial data in accordance with both GAAP and Statutory reporting guidelines. You'll be working within the company's traditional investment portfolio, including fixed income securities, public equities, and other Schedule D assets.

What you will do

• Participate in the company's accounting close and reporting cycles, including preparing journal entries, financial analytics, management reports, and reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Analyze complex investment transactions and ensure accurate accounting treatment in compliance with GAAP, statutory, and regulatory standards.
• Support the preparation of Schedule D and other statutory filings related to traditional assets.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external auditors, and Symetra's third-party vendor to resolve complex accounting and reporting issues.
• Work closely with GAAP and statutory reporting teams to ensure accurate financial disclosures and appropriate presentation.
• Research and document accounting issues, and assist in drafting and updating accounting policies and analyses.
• Support cash operations and cash custody deliverables.
• Identify areas for process improvement, contribute to special projects, and implement solutions in collaboration with project leads.
• Produce high-quality deliverables with minimal guidance, incorporating feedback to improve outcomes.

Why Work at Symetra

Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you lure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst

"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., VP Internal Sales

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

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: $77,600 - $129,400 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma is required; A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent related experience preferred.
• Bring 5+ years of relevant experience with strong technical skills, solid engineering fundamentals, and the ability to manage and deliver high-quality work independently.
• Have built full systems end-to-end-including databases, APIs, and web UIs-through professional roles or personal projects, demonstrating ownership from initial design to deployment. Experience with Rust is a big plus!
• Excel at solving complex problems through structured analysis, creative thinking, and effective collaboration across functions.
• Communicate clearly with partners and leadership, showing curiosity, proactivity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Foster an inclusive, purpose-driven team culture and champion diversity, strong collaboration, and healthy cross-team relationships.