We're Looking for an experienced Supervisory Accountant, Reporting & Audit!About the Role: As a
Supervisory Accountant, Investment Accounting - Reporting & Audit, you'll be an integral part of a collaborative, agile team. You'll design, analyze, and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and exceed expectations.
The Supervisory Accountant, Reporting & Audit position reports to the Senior Manager, and can be based out of Overland Park, Kansas, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.
- Own the audit process for EI and EWS consolidated reporting, including PBC preparation (Realized G/L, Income Earned, and Holdings schedules), audit confirmations, and responses to interim and year-end auditor inquiries.
- Review the preparation of investment and fair value footnotes and disclosures for audited GAAP financial statements.
- Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual investment, equity, and cash flow roll forward schedules across multiple entities.
- Review deferred G/L analysis, intercompany tagging, portfolio tree compares, elimination set checks, and quarterly NCI schedules.
- Coordinate audit logistics with external auditors and internal stakeholders, track open items to resolution, and maintain strong control documentation.
- Guide and coach Senior Accountants and staff: assign work, review work product, and support their professional development.
- Partner with the Accounting Operations team to ensure alignment between ledger activity and reported results.
- Identify and implement improvements to reporting and audit workflows, internal controls, and documentation standards.
What We're Looking For:- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
- 5-8 years of investment accounting or financial reporting experience.
- Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred, such as reviewing the work of others or guiding a team.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting and consolidation accounting.
- Experience with investment-related ERP systems (PeopleSoft preferred).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet critical deadlines across multiple audit and reporting cycles.
- Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (advanced Excel required).
- Ability to work independently, make decisions, and communicate effectively with all levels of management.
Why Choose Security Benefit?When you join our team, you're not just getting a paycheck - you're getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here's what you can expect as a full-time Security Benefit associate:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses to reward your contributions.
- 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of significance).
- Paid parental leave after 90 days of service.
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match, plus Profit Sharing & Savings Plan.
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance to give you peace of mind.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Life Insurance to protect your loved ones.
- Educational assistance to support your career development.
- Associate assistance programs for your personal and professional well-being.
Ready to Make an Impact?Apply today by visiting our career page to submit your resume. We're excited to meet you!