What You'll Do We’re looking for a Senior Accounting Analyst to join our cross-functional Integrated Finance Solutions (IFS) team. In this role, you’ll build long-standing relationships with internal customers, focused on delivering value to the customer. You’ll be responsible for taking model output and other AWS data and transforming it for general ledger and external reporting purposes. Help maintain and advance financial reporting processes Coordinate various aspects of the monthly close process with stakeholders across business units, ensuring work is performed by established deadlines Work with accounting, actuarial, and IT teams across the enterprise on new automation capabilities around model output and data lake information Support accounting needs for reporting and data teams using AWS tools Provide support for populating, evaluating and editing disclosures in our financial reports Develop and communicate updated solutions and recommendations to key stakeholders Coordinate the process for annual regulatory reporting for Bermuda Solvency Capital Requirement Assist with cross-business unit and enterprise-wide projects · Perform other tasks such as policy updating, tracking immaterial departures, execute SOX controls and procedures, etc. Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years! Who You Are Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience required CPA or other applicable certifications preferred Advanced Excel skills, and comfort working to tackle sophisticated problems within demanding time constraints. Critical thinking, process improvement, strong communication skills, agility, and self-motivation are key. Agile work environment is a plus Success Profile: The successful candidate will demonstrate self-awareness, a desire for ongoing self-development and be comfortable interacting at various levels of the organization. · Must have strong attention to detail but also the ability to work at a higher, more strategic level. Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly) $106400 - $144400 / year Time Off Program Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible Yes Additional Information Work Environments This role offers an in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangement in Des Moines, IA. Work Authorization/Sponsorship At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links. Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants Investment Code of Ethics For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization. Experience Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Posting Window We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Original Posting Date 11/19/2024 Most Recently Posted Date 11/19/2024