The Standard

Senior Accountant

The Standard$66K — $96K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.
  • 1-3 years of experience in financial results preparation and interpretation or relevant education.
  • Progress toward CPA or CMA certification preferred.
  • Experience with Workday preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze IT financial reports, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
  • Research and apply accounting standards (U.S. GAAP, IFRS, SAP) and document policies.
  • Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and streamline processes.
  • Identify and implement automation and improvement opportunities in financial processes.
  • Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and expand knowledge of industry standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions from the company.
  • Generous PTO with 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours per year, increasing with tenure.
  • Paid parental leave and assistance for adoption or surrogacy.
  • Employee giving program that matches donations to eligible nonprofits.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This role is responsible for analyzing, preparing, and processing accounting transactions, while supporting the accuracy and integrity of IT financial reporting. The position also assists with technical accounting research, policy documentation and coordination with IT project teams with a focus on transparency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare, analyze, and support IT financial reporting, including performing internal controls to mitigate risk.
  • Research and apply accounting guidance (U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and Statutory Accounting Principles) and assist in documenting technical conclusions and policies.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, enhance processes, and drive proactive problem solving.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve or automate processes and strengthen controls.
  • Support ad hoc financial analyses, participate in projects, and develop broader industry and organizational knowledge.


Skills and Background You'll need

Education: Bachelor's degree required. Preferably in accounting, finance or related fields.

Experience: At least 1-3 years of experience in the preparation and interpretation of financial results, or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
  • Professional certification (CPA & CMA) or progress toward certification preferred.
  • Experience with Workday, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint preferred.


Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
  • Improvement Mindset: Continually seeks new ways to create business/ customer value by identifying and implementing opportunities for improved efficiency, effectiveness and innovation.
  • Adaptability: Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, accepts and understands change and alters behavior as necessary.
  • Winning Together: Actively engages colleagues to achieve shared outcomes by developing trust, inviting diverse perspectives and pushing to bring the best ideas forward.


Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
  • A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • An annual incentive bonus plan
  • Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
  • A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
  • An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools


In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.


The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

Salary Range:
$66,000.00 - $96,250.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

About The Standard

The Standard is a financial services company that provides insurance, retirement, and investment products to individuals and businesses. The company's insurance products include life, disability, and dental insurance. The Standard also offers retirement plans, such as 401(k) and pension plans, and investment products, including mutual funds and annuities. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The Standard has over 3,000 employees and serves customers across the United States.
Learn more about The Standard
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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