Sr. Finance Project Manager

Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as a Sr. Finance Project Manager on the Investments Accounting team! 

About the role

As a Sr. Finance Project Manager, you’ll lead complex finance initiatives from strategy through execution, drive process improvements, manage risks and stakeholders, and partner closely with leadership to strengthen financial operations and controls.

What you will do

• Lead large, complex, or multi‑workstream finance projects from end to end
• Translate finance strategy, regulatory requirements, and reporting needs into clear project roadmaps
• Manage advanced risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations across functions
• Drive process improvements across close, reporting, reconciliations, and disclosure activities
• Mentor junior project managers and raise execution standards across the team
• Partner with finance leadership to address ongoing execution challenges and strengthen control environments

Why Work at Symetra

Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

"Symetra will spoil you. There aren't many companies that will put as much effort into you being a success as Symetra. The culture will challenge you but simultaneously put you at ease. Failure is seen as integral to the learning process so there is less reason to be fearful of it." - Kerry S., Sr. Systems Analyst

 

“If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.” - Cris H., VP Internal Sales

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: $96,700 - $161,200 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.

Qualifications

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma is required; plus a Bachelor’s degree in finance or a relevant field (preferred)
• 8–10 years of meaningful, related professional experience
• 3–6 years of finance and project delivery experience
• Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional finance projects
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to apply best practices and business insights to improve processes, services, and outcomes
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI‑ACP (or comparable Agile), or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt — preferred or willingness to pursue in the future

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

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