Securian Financial · 6 days ago
Staff Accountant - Expense Accounting (Hybrid)
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $103K/yr
3+ years expSecurian Financial is seeking a Staff Accountant – Expense Accounting to join a collaborative team focused on expense management and financial reporting. The role involves preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting fixed asset and lease accounting processes while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Financial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance
Responsibilities
Prepare and post monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and roll-forwards within the SAP subledger and ledger
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close responsibilities, including expense-related accruals
Perform financial data analysis to respond to expense-related questions and support management decision-making
Serve as a key contributor to activities related to fixed assets (facilities, equipment) and software capitalization
Assist with lease accounting (ASC 842), including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
Provide backup support for fixed asset accounting functions
Lead intercompany billing activities and reconcile results with subsidiaries
Support preparation and analysis of assigned areas during the annual budget cycle
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiencies across the expense accounting function
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting
3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally within a corporate environment
Experience preparing reconciliations and analyzing financial data
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP or management information systems
Solid foundational accounting knowledge
Preferred
Experience in the insurance or financial services industry
Prior accounting experience in a large corporate setting
SAP or other major ERP experience
CPA or progress toward CPA certification
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including: Mental Wellness and Disability, Pride at Securian Financial, Securian Young Professionals Network, Securian Multicultural Network, Securian Women and Allies Network, Servicemember Associate Resource Group.
Company
Securian Financial
To be confident in your financial future, you need to trust the strength and commitment of your financial organization.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Christopher Hilger
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Darrin Hebert
SVP & Chief Information Officer
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