Accounting and Financial Analyst - American Heritage

Accounting and Financial Analyst - American Heritage

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The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard. A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers.

Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Primarily focus to analyze, prepare, and process accounting transactions. Research and implement new and existing accounting guidance, document technical accounting conclusions and accounting policies, support preparation of financial statements and management reporting, and assist in audit coordination between internal and external teams. Acts as liaison between external auditors and internal finance team during annual audits.

• 35% - Maintain accuracy of financial data through properly recording journal entries, preparing monthly reconciliations and other month end close activities. Perform internal controls to mitigate risks associated with accounting and business processes.
• 35% - Compile, interpret, and communicate financial results, including regulatory and management reporting. Perform internal controls to mitigate risks associated with financial and management reporting.
• 15% - Develop collaborative relationships across the Company’s various divisions and departments to aid in efficient and proactive problem solving. Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve and/or automate processes and controls. Prepare ad hoc financial analysis demonstrating industry knowledge. Participate on project teams.
• 10% - Act as liaison between external auditors and internal finance team during annual audits. Organize audit requests and independently retrieve required documentation.
• 5% - Perform research, development, and implementation of new and existing accounting guidance related to U.S. GAAP, IFRS, Statutory Accounting Principles, and emerging issues to serve as a subject matter expert.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience: minimum experience: 2-4 years progressively responsible experience in the preparation and interpretation of financial results, or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
• Preferred professional licensure or certification: CPA, CMA, or MBA (preferred).
• Location: Employees in this role are fully remote and are responsible for maintaining their office setup at home to include private, professional, and safe working conditions.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel (such as conferences or team building) may be required.

• Strong problem-solving skills, working across organizations to drive improvements and work through roadblocks.
• Proven business partnering skills, crisp and concise communication to a variety of levels.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous situations, including dynamic and rapidly changing work environments.
• Ability to utilize new and changing technology to streamline and/or automate current company processes and deliverables.

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and…