We are the duck. We develop and empower our people, cultivate relationships, give back to our community, and celebrate every success along the way. We do it all…The Aflac Way.
Aflac, a Fortune 500 company, is an industry leader in voluntary insurance products that pay cash directly to policyholders and one of America's best-known brands. Aflac has been recognized as Fortune's 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity and as one of World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.com.
Our business is about being there for people in need. So, ask yourself, are you the duck? If so, there's a home, and a flourishing career for you at Aflac.
Worker Designation – This role is a remote role. This means you will be expected to work from your home, within the continental US. If the role is remote, there may be occasions that you are requested to come to the office based on business need. Any requests to come to the office would be communicated with you in advance.
What does it take to be successful at Aflac?Acting with IntegrityCommunicating EffectivelyPursuing Self-DevelopmentServing CustomersSupporting ChangeSupporting Organizational GoalsWorking with Diverse PopulationsWhat does it take to be successful in this role?Advanced proficiency level using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access software applications with VBA/macro experience preferredKnowledge and experience with SAP, BW, Workiva and/or similar accounting/financial softwareComprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), with an emphasis on insurance accounting and/or investment accountingComprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and financial systems user applications (SAP preferred), including input/output processing and complex system concepts, and ability to understand and use computer systems and application tools for analysisStrong knowledge and demonstrated experience performing financial analysis, reporting, and/or process improvementDemonstrated competencies in the areas of consulting, change management, quality and project managementEducation & Experience RequiredBachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance or a related fieldSix years of professional job-related work experience in investments or related accounting/reportingExperience managing projects or implementation of continuous improvement initiativesOr an equivalent combination of education and experienceEducation & Experience PreferredCFA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent training and certificationTravelLess than or equal to 10%
Key ResponsibilitiesPerforms SOX testing and ensures SOX documentation is maintained and updated timely for the department in order to ensure compliance with Sarbanes OxleyAnalyzes and researches how to account for new investment vehiclesEnsures that the Investments general accounting activities are completed entirely, accurately and in a timely mannerInterprets, analyzes, and implements new FASB and SSAP regulations concerning their relevance to the Investment Department, along with collaborating with the Accounting Policy team to determine appropriate treatmentActs in a senior capacity delegating assignments to, reviewing and approving the work of, and providing advice and direction to junior team membersProactively identifies improvements and makes recommendations which may have an important bearing on management's decisions and performance of the teamAssists the team and analyzes complex investment data and information; completes quantitative and qualitative reviews and prepares required internal and external records, reports, statistics, SEC and stockholders' reports, etc.; develops and presents conclusions and recommendations to managementLeads or participates on project teams or committees assisting with the development, planning, and implementation of strategic long-range and short-range goals and objectives and continuous improvementLeads or participates in the accounting and reporting of real estate owned (REOs) investmentsIdentifies and resolves transaction discrepancies and provides detailed explanations for variances between actual and planned activity; maintains complete and accurate regulatory filingsDevelops, analyzes and implements accounting procedures in a systems environment in conformance with applicable accounting requirements in collaboration with Japan Investment Accounting, Investment Tax, and system support IT teams to ensure processes and systems set up are optimized and accurate for all bases of accounting neededEstablishes and maintains strong working relationships with business partners as their key point of contact in certain areasWorks with Investment Accounting leadership in tracking the progress made on departmental goalsMaintains and ensures a continuous improvement culture by developing and tracking KPIs with the team, developing recommendations for improvement, executing those recommendations, and driving the effectiveness of daily huddle meetingsDevelops and maintains reports to enhance reporting requirementsPerforms other duties as required, such as, but not limited to, assisting other areas of investment accounting as a result of turnover/other project needsTotal RewardsThis compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Aflac at the time of the posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. The salary range for this position is $72,000 to $167,000. In addition to the base salary, we offer an array of benefits to meet your needs including medical, dental, and vision coverage, prescription drug coverage, health care flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, Aflac supplemental policies (Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity offered at no costs to employee), 401(k) plans, annual bonuses, and an opportunity to purchase company stock. On an annual basis, you'll also be offered 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO to be used for any reason, and, if eligible, state mandated sick leave (Washington employees accrue 1 hour sick leave for every 40 hours worked) and other leaves of absence, if eligible, when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including, but not limited to sick and safe leave, and adoption and parental leave, in all states and localities.
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