Financial Reporting Lead - SAP

The Financial Reporting Lead - SAP assists with operationalizing key projects and changes within the financial reporting function, particularly as it relates to the general ledger. This role focuses on managing cross-functional initiatives, enhancing reporting quality and efficiency, and supports compliance with internal and external reporting requirements. The Lead collaborates closely with teams across the business to drive strategic reporting initiatives., * Participate in strategic projects and initiatives and help operationalize those initiatives within the financial reporting function.

• Serves as a steward for the general ledger (SAP) and the respective chart of accounts, consolidation groups, and hierarchies.

• Partners with internal stakeholders to align reporting initiatives with business needs and compliance requirements.

• Manage financial consolidation processes within SAP, including intercompany eliminations.

• Ensure accurate and efficient group financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

• Mentors and guides junior team members involved in financial reporting projects.

• Develops and maintains documentation on financial reporting processes, controls, and procedures.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Do you have experience in SAP?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in accounting, finance or related field of study; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Demonstrated experience leading projects or initiatives involving financial reporting improvements or system implementations.
• Extensive experience in SAP, including Group Reporting module.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the life and annuity insurance industry, including products issued, operating activities performed across the entity, and the regulatory environment.

• Broad understanding of financial statement accounts of a life and annuity company, including investment and actuarial balances.

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, Statutory, and SEC reporting requirements

• Exceptional analytical, project management, and organization skills.

• Proficiency with financial systems (e.g. SAP, BlackLine) and advanced Excel skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.

• Self-starter with a high attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

At American Equity we offer leading annuity products that help empower our clients to fulfill their needs and wants in retirement. Our success comes from hiring high-energy individuals who embody the beliefs that drive our unique culture. We currently fund over half a million retirements nationwide, headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, for over thirty years with satellite offices in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY.