Penn Foster
Manager Finance
Penn Foster, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404
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Finance - GeneralWho We Are
Transamerica has been helping people feel better about the future for more than 100 years. We provide investment, retirement, and life insurance solutions to more than 11 million customers throughout the U.S. But the way we see it, our responsibility goes beyond our clients’ accounts. We’re in the business of helping people live well and empowering them to create a better tomorrow through the financial and health-related habits they form today. We help people prepare by providing solutions that consider the whole picture.What We Do
Transamerica is organized by lines of business (Life Insurance, Annuities, Mutual Funds, Retirement Plans, Employee Benefits, and Financial Assets), which are supported by Transamerica Corporate (Corporate Development; Finance; Internal Audit; Legislative, Regulatory & Policy; Office of the CEO; People, Places & Brand; Risk; and Technology).Job Description Summary
Provide finance/accounting services to the organization in a management capacity.Job Description
Responsibilities:
Oversight of Statutory reporting for investments, including:Quarterly investment schedules and disclosuresAnnual auditsInterest maintenance reserve (IMR) and asset valuation reserve (AVR)Implementation of relevant new accounting/disclosure guidanceIdentify potential accounting issues/errors and escalate appropriately.Complete or review issue papers and control memos.Review, design and implement process and control improvements in area of expertise.Manage activities of assigned team including supervisors and/or individual contributors.Adapt department plans to address resource and operational challenges. Operates mostly within their own function but participates in cross-functional initiatives.Understand and communicate directives from senior management.Hold one-on-one meetings with employees on performance and career development.Influence and lead a team in a way which aligns and promotes their given department’s strategy and values.Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.Eight years of accounting/finance experience including three years of supervisory/management experience.Strong people management skills.Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences.Organizational and prioritization skills.Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel, and financial business systems.Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of investments.Experience with Statutory reporting and disclosure requirements.Familiarity with Clearwater Analytics investment accounting & reporting system.Working Conditions:
Non-commuting Remote employees will not be assigned to report to a Company office location (although they may need to travel to a Company office upon request) and will perform their work remotely.Compensation Information
The Salary for this position generally ranges between $104,000-$124,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company discretion.What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation Benefits
Competitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits Package
Pension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramCollege Coach ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsPeer Recognition Program (BRAVO)Inclusion & Diversity
Transamerica has made a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, and we are proud to be an organization where all perspectives are valued. Transamerica has earned recognition for its strong efforts year-over-year, including from the Human Rights Campaign’s Foundation Corporate Equality Index, the Diversity Best Practices Inclusion Index, and Seramount’s “100 Best Companies” list.Giving Back
Transamerica believes our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a combination of financial grants and the volunteer commitment of our employees, this foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the education, health, and well-being of the communities where we live and work.
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Finance - GeneralWho We Are
Transamerica has been helping people feel better about the future for more than 100 years. We provide investment, retirement, and life insurance solutions to more than 11 million customers throughout the U.S. But the way we see it, our responsibility goes beyond our clients’ accounts. We’re in the business of helping people live well and empowering them to create a better tomorrow through the financial and health-related habits they form today. We help people prepare by providing solutions that consider the whole picture.What We Do
Transamerica is organized by lines of business (Life Insurance, Annuities, Mutual Funds, Retirement Plans, Employee Benefits, and Financial Assets), which are supported by Transamerica Corporate (Corporate Development; Finance; Internal Audit; Legislative, Regulatory & Policy; Office of the CEO; People, Places & Brand; Risk; and Technology).Job Description Summary
Provide finance/accounting services to the organization in a management capacity.Job Description
Responsibilities:
Oversight of Statutory reporting for investments, including:Quarterly investment schedules and disclosuresAnnual auditsInterest maintenance reserve (IMR) and asset valuation reserve (AVR)Implementation of relevant new accounting/disclosure guidanceIdentify potential accounting issues/errors and escalate appropriately.Complete or review issue papers and control memos.Review, design and implement process and control improvements in area of expertise.Manage activities of assigned team including supervisors and/or individual contributors.Adapt department plans to address resource and operational challenges. Operates mostly within their own function but participates in cross-functional initiatives.Understand and communicate directives from senior management.Hold one-on-one meetings with employees on performance and career development.Influence and lead a team in a way which aligns and promotes their given department’s strategy and values.Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.Eight years of accounting/finance experience including three years of supervisory/management experience.Strong people management skills.Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences.Organizational and prioritization skills.Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel, and financial business systems.Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of investments.Experience with Statutory reporting and disclosure requirements.Familiarity with Clearwater Analytics investment accounting & reporting system.Working Conditions:
Non-commuting Remote employees will not be assigned to report to a Company office location (although they may need to travel to a Company office upon request) and will perform their work remotely.Compensation Information
The Salary for this position generally ranges between $104,000-$124,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company discretion.What We Offer
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation Benefits
Competitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits Package
Pension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars.Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramCollege Coach ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsPeer Recognition Program (BRAVO)Inclusion & Diversity
Transamerica has made a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, and we are proud to be an organization where all perspectives are valued. Transamerica has earned recognition for its strong efforts year-over-year, including from the Human Rights Campaign’s Foundation Corporate Equality Index, the Diversity Best Practices Inclusion Index, and Seramount’s “100 Best Companies” list.Giving Back
Transamerica believes our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a combination of financial grants and the volunteer commitment of our employees, this foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the education, health, and well-being of the communities where we live and work.
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