Job Description

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

Under limited supervision and acting within established policies and procedures, leads key aspects of the company’s general accounting and Statutory financial reporting processes. Leads staff responsible for the maintenance of the general ledger across all bases of accounting and ensures balances are appropriate and supported by subsidiary ledgers. Supervises the preparation, analysis and review of financial statements in accordance with NAIC Statutory Accounting standards. Assists with external review and audit coordination and SOX compliance efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• As subject matter expert, utilizing experience, researches/resolves unique, complex and escalated account problems.
• Leads maintenance of the general ledger including journal entries, account reconciliations and key aspects of the month end close across all accounting bases.
• Leads preparation, analysis and review of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS and Statutory Accounting standards.
• Leads the design and review of Statutory quarterly and annual filings to state regulatory agencies.
• Ensures filings are accurate and timely in accordance with Statutory Accounting standards.
• Completes Variance Analysis for Financial Statement Line Items on each basis.
• Reviews work for synchronicities across our responsible area to lead the team on the most efficient and controlled path forward.
• Works closely with Investment Operations, Internal Reporting, Valuations and other groups to ensure the timely and accurate completion of key activities associated with the company’s Statutory Reporting processes.
• Leads aspects of the coordination of audit and review processes.
• Works closely with internal and external auditors.
• Leads the design and implementation of SOX controls pertaining to accounting and financial reporting processes under the guidance of the Internal Audit team.
• Maintains an effective control environment through the mitigation and remediation of SOX compliance issues.
• Helps to implement technical accounting policies and procedures under the guidance of the Technical Accounting Department. Stays abreast of all financial reporting and compliance regulatory changes that may impact the business.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance or equivalent work experience
• Eight (8) years of accounting experience in progressive roles
• Minimum four (4) years of public accounting experience preferred.

Normal Office Working Conditions: this job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.