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Sentry · 1 month ago

Associate Financial Analyst-Internal Control

Stevens Point, WI

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

Sentry is one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States, rated A+ by A.M. Best. The Associate Financial Analyst will assist the Internal Control team in reviewing and analyzing documentation, design, and implementation of controls, ensuring effective control systems and communication with internal departments.

Insurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist with evaluating the impact of changes to processes and controls in the control environment

Communicate with internal departments to help obtain complete and accurate data

Conducts control testing activities for business areas and processes

Assist with reviewing processes and controls to develop and update control testing procedures used to determine the effectiveness of control systems

Assist with identifying and communicating control issues related to the design and operational effectiveness of the controls to appropriate management

Ensures control documentation is maintained in the Internal Control software

Performs other job-related duties as assigned from time to time

Qualification

Financial analysisControl framework knowledgeAccounting principlesCertified Public Accountant (CPA)PC-based software proficiencyResearch skillsCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsTime management

Required

Bachelors degree in Financial service field required (Accounting, Finance, Actuarial Science, or Management Information Systems)

Knows or is familiar with fundamental accounting and financial analysis principles

Knows or is familiar with general applicable and accepted auditing standards, control framework, and regulatory requirements

Familiarity with principles involved with, and analysis and interpretation required for, preparing financial statements for internal and external stakeholders

Financial analytical, interpretive, research and documentation skills

Applied knowledge of PC-based software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation applications

Ability to listen effectively and convey ideas through various forms of communication including written and verbal

Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred

Internship experience preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other relevant designation is strongly encouraged (ie. CIA)

Benefits

Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday in office.

As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.

Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.

401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program.

Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time Off.

Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Parental Leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

Well-being and Employee Assistance programs.

Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

Company

Sentry

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In 1904, members of the Wisconsin Retail Hardware Association founded their own insurance company—one built on mutual support, shared strength, and a commitment to service.

Founded in 1904