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Senior Accountant

Employer
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
Location
Minneapolis, USA
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Nov 15, 2022

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Job Function
Accounting/Audit/Tax
Industry Sector
Finance - General
Employment Type
Full Time
Education
Bachelors
Ameriprise Financial has an exciting opportunity for Senior Accountant role! This position would be responsible for daily accounting and reconciliation of investment portfolio transactions within PAM investment accounting system. This includes the reconciliation, analysis of data and problem resolution for investment transactions. Has primary responsibility for preparing various reports based on GAAP, statutory and management basis. Partners with business to develop and implement accounting practices.

Responsibilities

  • Perform investment accounting processes for a variety of transactions within PAM accounting system in accordance with GAAP, statutory, internal and external policies, procedures and authorizations.
  • Prepare journal entries; review, analyze and resolve moderately sophisticated issues in accounting transactions, including calculation of Interest Maintenance Reserve and Asset Valuation Reserve.
  • Report preparation for inclusion in 10Q & 10K, statutory/regulatory filings, and compliance for distribution to internal business partners.
  • Perform reconciliations including the research and clearing of outstanding variances.
  • Improve processes to ensure that integrity, control and optimal efficiency are established while minimizing financial risks. Participate in various process improvement initiatives and other projects that support the department goals.


Required Qualifications

  • 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • 3+ years of accounting experience
  • General ledger and spreadsheet experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Statutory accounting/reporting experience for insurance companies
  • Proven understanding of financial instruments
  • Strong technical skills including advanced Excel and some Access database knowledge
  • Strong understanding of the end-to-end process flows, systems, controls and impacts across products and business lines they support
  • Experience with Workday general ledger accounting system
  • Publicly traded company experience


About Our Company

At Ameriprise Financial, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you're motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

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