Senior Manager, Finance

Americo: We’re in this for life!

The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a Life Insurance and Annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

What you’ll love about working at Americo:

• We offer a comprehensive paid training program that will make you feel prepared and excited about your role.
• We place true value in work/life balance. We offer generous Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays to all associates.
• Health and Well-Being: We are proud to offer subsidies to support your health and fitness goals by providing gym membership subsidies
• Prepare for your Future: Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match
• Opportunities to Give Back! We support several local organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, American Red Cross, Harvester’s, and many more.
• Company Culture and Team-building: Americo participates in Kansas City Corporate Challenge, hosts company-sponsored events, and bring ice cream and coffee trucks on-site to show our appreciation
• We are conveniently located in Downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to top attractions and restaurants
• As an associate, you will receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices

JOB SUMMARY:

Manage the department that is responsible for the accounting, processing, and reporting of investments, corporate accounting, cash management, and treasury services. Assist in the management of alternative investments and special projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of investment accounting, corporate accounting, cash management, and treasury services.
• Oversee banking, custody, and TPA relationships.
• Drive process change and re-engineering to improve efficiencies in accounting and business processes.
• Continually enhance the skill levels of the department, manage performance, and provide personal and career growth through leadership and example.
• Set goals, delegate, and provide guidance regarding both special projects and daily work.
• Review monthly and quarterly accounting reconciliations and financial reporting packages.
• Support corporate liquidity, investments and risk management related to the Company’s financial activities.
• Work directly with the tax department to ensure the optimization of investment related taxes
• Assist in analysis and review of complex investment transactions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a strong internal control environment within the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 8+ years of related experience in financial services institutions; life insurance preferred
• Strong technical skills applicable to complex investment accounting transactions
• Demonstrated expertise in financial accounting and reporting, including financial analysis and management reporting
• Experience utilizing modern technology to gain efficiency/accuracy and drive for continuous improvements
• Ability to interact with people at all levels in an organization and with outside vendors and parties.
• Ability to coach, develop, motivate, and manage staff.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic, changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.