Senior Accounting Specialist

Posted:
9/3/2024, 12:42:56 AM

Location(s):
Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

Workplace Type:
Remote

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Location: We support US flexible working arrangements in the contiguous 48 states. 

 

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for ourClients.We understand the value of diverse cultures, perspectives, and identities, and want you to bring your full and authentic self to work.Every day,you’ll be empowered and challengedbyworking withdynamic colleaguesto find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America. 

 

The opportunity: 

The DSO Accountant, Senior supports the company's financial objectives by preparing reconciliations, balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. The DSO Accountant, Senior also analyzes trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses, and accrue for these items. Reports organization's finances to management, and offers suggestions about resource utilization, and assumptions underlying budget forecasts.

How you will contribute: 

  • Coordinates all aspects of the general ledger accounting process by managing individual responsibilities during monthly closes, preparing of financial statements and variance analysis

  • Ensures accurate and timely generation of financial information to management by assisting in the development/implementation of improved systems and processes

  • Ensures that balance sheets are accurately stated, reconciled to the general ledger, and that account details have proper back-up

  • Support monthly and quarterly close packages by preparing, overseeing, and preparing accruals, reconciliations and schedules for all subsequent balance sheet and profit and loss accounts

  • Assist in the coordination and preparation for the year-end audit by preparing schedules and reviewing reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial information

  • Provide customer service by offering analytical support to managers to help resolve all questions regarding monthly departmental cost centers

  • Involved in technical accounting matters and provides expertise to the business related to GAAP principles

  • Supports department by participating in special projects

What you will bring with you: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Proficient with spreadsheets and Excel

  • Experience in accounting software, Sage experience a plus

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Ability to work independently

  • Required to attend additional training as requested/deemed necessary

  • CPA or CMA or Master's in Finance or related fields, or MBA

Do you see yourself in this role even if you haven’t checked all the boxes above? We welcome all talented candidates and are committed to a culture that represents diversity in all forms. If you think you might thrive in this setting, we would love to hear from you. 

 

Not ready to apply yet but want to stay in touch? Join our talent community to stay connected until the time is right for you! 

 

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life 

  • Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, a partially-paid sabbatical program, medical plans, company paid life and AD&D insurance as well as disability programs and more 

  • Retirement and Stock Purchase programs to help build and enhance your future financial security including a 401(k) plan with an employer-paid match as well as an employer-funded retirement account  

  • A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture  

  • Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S.  

  • Named as a “Top 10” employer by the Boston Globe's “Top Places to Work” two years running 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

 

If you are a California resident, the salary range for this position is: 

  • Southern California region: $65,900 - $98,900 annually 

  • Central California region: $69,500 - $104,300 annually 

  • Northern California region: $74,300 - $111,500 annually 

 

If you are a Minnesota, Colorado or Nevada resident, the salary range for this position is $62,900 - $94,400 annually 

 

If you are an Illinois, Connecticut or Maryland resident, the salary range for this position is $65,900 - $98,900 annually 

 

If you are Washington, Washington D.C., and Rhode Island resident, the salary range for this position is $69,500 - $104,300 annually 

 

If you are a New York resident, the salary range for this position is $74,300 - $111,500 annually 

   

We consider various factors in determining actual pay including your skills, qualifications, and experience.  In addition to salary, this position is eligible for incentive awards based on individual and business performance as well as a broad range of competitive benefits. 

 

Sun Life Financial is a leading provider of group insurance benefits in the U.S., helping people protect what they love about their lives. More than just a name, Sun Life symbolizes our brand promise of making life brighter -for our customers, partners, and communities. Join our talented, diverse workforce and launch a rewarding career. Visit us at www.sunlife.com/us to learn more. 

 

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs. 

 

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Our Affirmative Action Program affirms our commitment to make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email [email protected] to request an accommodation.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

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Job Category:

Finance

Posting End Date:

26/09/2024

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.