Symetra Financial

Business Systems Analyst- Remote

Symetra Financial • $79K — $133K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, preferred; high school diploma required
  • 2+ years of experience in business systems analysis, operations, technology, insurance, financial services, or related field
  • Proficiency with FINEOS or similar configurable business platforms is strongly preferred
  • Experience in group benefits insurance, including Life, Disability, Leave/Absence, or related products, is preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess information and recommend solutions

Responsibilities

  • Configure and maintain business applications for optimal functionality
  • Analyze business needs and support system enhancements and process improvements
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process flows and specifications
  • Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and improve system performance
  • Coordinate system changes and support production deployments
  • Develop and execute test plans, validating system changes with user acceptance testing
  • Provide production support and resolve user issues with system functionality

Benefits

  • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick time, flex days, and ten paid holidays
  • Company matching for charitable contributions to enhance community impact
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage with options tailored to personal needs
Full Job Description
About the role

In this role, you will help deliver business value by configuring and enhancing technology solutions that support operational needs. You'll partner with business and technology teams to analyze requirements, configure system functionality, improve processes, and support the successful delivery of system enhancements.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, learning new systems, and translating business needs into practical solutions.

What you will do
  • Configure and maintain business applications, including workflows, business rules, forms, user interfaces, and data elements.
  • Analyze business needs and support the design, testing, and implementation of system enhancements and process improvements.
  • Create and maintain documentation, including business requirements, system specifications, and process flows.
  • Collaborate with business and technology partners to troubleshoot issues, identify solutions, and improve system performance.
  • Participate in requirements gathering, design reviews, testing activities, and implementation planning.
  • Coordinate system changes across multiple environments and support production deployments.
  • Develop and execute test plans, validate system changes, and support user acceptance testing.
  • Provide production support, resolve application issues, and assist users with system functionality.
  • Support reporting, data management, and ongoing optimization efforts.
  • Contribute to project initiatives and continuous improvement activities that enhance business operations.

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

We don'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: $79,900 - $133,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus program

Who You Are
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field preferred. High school diploma required.
  • 2+ years of experience in business systems analysis, operations, technology, insurance, financial services, or a related field.
  • Experience with FINEOS or similar configurable business platforms strongly preferred.
  • Experience within group benefits insurance, including Life, Disability, Leave/Absence, or related products is preferred.
  • Experience with SmartComm is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
  • Effective communicator who can build strong relationships and collaborate across teams and levels of the organization.
  • Curious, adaptable, and motivated to learn new business processes and technologies.
  • Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and systems implementation practices.
  • Experience supporting, configuring, or enhancing business applications.
  • Working knowledge of system integrations, data flows, and business process automation.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Experience translating business needs into system requirements, test scenarios, or process improvements.
  • Professional certifications relevant to business analysis, systems, or technology are a plus.

About Symetra Financial

Symetra Financial Corporation is a diversified financial services company based in Bellevue, Washington. The company provides retirement plans, employee benefits, annuities, and life insurance through a national network of benefit consultants, financial institutions, and independent agents and advisors. Symetra was founded in 1957 and became a subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company in 2016. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol SYA. As of December 31, 2020, Symetra had $63.6 billion in assets under management and administration.
Learn more about Symetra Financial
Size
2,400 employees
Industry
Founded
1957

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