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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Financial Reporting Lead - SAP - **Company:** AMERICAN EQUITY CORPORATION - **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, SAP (Applications) - **Published:** May 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=41af927ac7e73b48 ## About the Role 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. ## Description 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. ## Related Videos - [Replacing Excel with SAP APIs & Python validation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1944-replacing-excel-with-sap-apis-python-validation) - [Independently together: how micro-applications improve developer experience + app performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/452-independently-together-how-micro-applications-improve-developer-experience-app-performance) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [When AI Runs the Business: The Reality of Enterprise-Wide Automation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100124-when-ai-runs-the-business-the-reality-of-enterprise-wide-automation) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Companies to Work For in Germany: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/33-best-companies-to-work-for-in-germany-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers)