Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst
Symetra
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Job Description
About The Role
As a Sr. 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 Symetra’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 Symetra’s 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 at ease. Failure 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
Symetra doesn’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.
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 perspective, 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.
Please Review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
- Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure To Comply With Verification Procedures May Result In
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
Key skills/competency
- Financial Reporting
- GAAP Compliance
- Statutory Reporting
- Investment Accounting
- Financial Analytics
- Reconciliation
- Process Improvement
- Complex Transaction Analysis
- Audit Support
- Accounting Policy Research
How to Get Hired at Symetra
- Research Symetra's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume for financial reporting: Highlight GAAP, Statutory, and investment accounting expertise for Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst.
- Prepare for technical investment accounting questions: Be ready to discuss complex transactions, financial analytics, and reporting issues.
- Showcase problem-solving and collaboration skills: Emphasize examples of resolving issues and working effectively with diverse teams.
- Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning: Highlight your proactive approach to research accounting issues and policy updates.
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