Job Description
Job Description:
Location: We support US virtual working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states.
At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our Clients. We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work. Every day, you'll be empowered and challenged by working with dynamic colleagues to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.
The Associate Accountant will be a member of the Group and Stop Loss Accounting Controls team, performing the accounting, analysis and deliverables associated with financial controls and other daily tasks. Responsibilities will include assisting in daily and month-end account reconciliations, providing detail in support of audit requests and research on outstanding account balances, manual journal entries, accounting for databases, banking verifications, stops/voids, EFT verifications. This role will work closely with other departments, specifically the Premium Administration Department and Finance. This is an individual contributor role.
What you will do:
• Prepare daily journal entries as well as analysis and reporting of results
• Work with other departments within the company to ensure accuracy of the supporting data used to record transactions to the ledger
• Contribute to the compilation of audit requests
• Research data requests and provide further details on account balances
• Recommend systems and business process changes/improvements to support the processing of accurate financial data
• Perform daily tasks such as EFT releases, bank verifications, daily account balancing
• Participate in ad-hoc projects, as requested
What you will need to succeed:
• Ability to work with a diverse range of people
• Commitment to meeting deadlines and ability to manage conflicting demands
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work individually, as well as a team member
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Knowledge of Group Insurance products or similar insurance or financial institution knowledge is a strong plus
Required Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, and analysis preferably in the financial services or insurance industries
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically with a strong knowledge of Excel
• Experience with Oracle General Ledger and Business Object queries
Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven't checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you.
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Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life
• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical, and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more
• Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account
• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.
• Named as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" two years running
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are a California resident, the salary range for this position is:
• Southern region: $55,200 – 74,600 annually
• Central region: $58,200 – 78,600 annually
• Northern region: $62,200 – 84,100 annually
If you are a Colorado resident, the salary range for this position is $52,700 - $71,200 annually.
If you are a New York resident, the salary range for this position is $62,200 - $84,100 annually.
If you are Washington resident, the salary range for this position is $58,200 – 78,600 annually.
• The full range minimum and maximum listed in the job posting is tied to the GCF level and job family.
We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
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Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email to request an accommodation.
At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
For applicants residing in California, please read our employee
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
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