Financial Accountant

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week 

Our New York Life culture has laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where we live and work. Here you become a valued part of a welcoming, inclusive, and caring organization with a long-standing legacy in stability and growth. The strength revolves around our diversified, multi-dimensional business portfolio that goes beyond life insurance.

 

As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide an environment where you can explore your career ambitions, offering opportunities to tackle meaningful challenges and stretch your skills while balancing work and life priorities.  You will be part of an inclusive team guided by our belief to always be there for each other–providing the support and flexibility to grow and reach new heights while making an impact in the lives of others.

 

You are our future, and we commit to investing in you accordingly.

 

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Business Overview:

Join Corporate Finance where expertise meets strategic impact. Partner with diverse business units, providing financial insights and guiding sound decision-making. You'll work collaboratively to ensure data accuracy, implement robust controls, and safeguard policy owner interests. Become part of a team dedicated to financial stewardship, enabling business performance, and paving the way for a secure future for generations to come.

Role Overview:

Assists in the management of statutory accounting functions and the preparation of quarterly and annual statutory schedules, exhibits and disclosures. Develops and improves financial analysis and reporting as well as focusing on opportunities to improve processes. Presents results and recommendations to management. Typically has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and four or more years of significant experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare quarterly and annual statutory schedules and exhibits.
• Analysis to enhance the accuracy, timeliness and completeness of our statutory reporting.
• Work with matrix partners within GBS Finance and Actuarial teams to complete annual filings and disclosures.
• Supports the completion of monthly internal management reporting.
• Assist in the completion and coordination of the monthly financial accounting close process.
• Maintains documentation of internal controls processes in compliance with Model Audit Rule (MAR) and Sarbanes Oxley.
• Supports recurring internal and external audits and financial exams.
• Participates in special projects as needed, either as a subject matter expert or team leader.

 

What You’ll Bring:

• BS in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 4 or more years of Accounting/Finance experience: public accounting or insurance related experience a plus, but not required
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting systems and concepts
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a multi-task environment with tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Builds strong matrix partner relationships
• Motivated, proactive self-starter
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range:  $77,500-$132,500 

Overtime eligible: Exempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

 

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and