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You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, youll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. Youll 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, youll 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, however for this position we are considering candidates within a commutable distance to Wellesley MA, Portland ME, Kansas City MO or Hartford CT.

At Sun Life, we look for optimistic people who want to make life brighter for our

Clients.

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 challenged

by

working with

dynamic colleagues

to find new and innovative ways to make Sun Life the best benefits company in America.

The opportunity

This position will be a member of the Accounting team, performing the accounting, analysis, and deliverables associated with financial reporting. Responsibilities will include oversight of the month-end close process for Fee Income, assisting in the month-end close process, preparing/reviewing account reconciliations, preparing/reviewing journal entries, providing detail in support of audit requests and NAIC reporting requirements. This role will work closely with other departmental stakeholders.

How you will contribute

  • Prepare the monthly accounting processes in support of the IFRS and NAIC financial accounting close for all Group products, including the preparation and review of journal entries as well as analysis and reporting of results
  • Ensure the month-end close deliverables are completed accurately and on time
  • Work collaboratively with other departments within the Company to ensure accuracy of the supporting data used to record transactions to the ledger
  • Perform monthly account reconciliations and work with the various departments to clear open reconciling items
  • Completion of annual NAIC financial reporting deliverables
  • Contribute to the compilation of audit requests
  • Research data requests and provide supporting details on account balances
  • Recommend systems and business process changes/improvements to support the processing of accurate financial data
  • Participate in ad-hoc requests

What you will bring with you

  • Commitment to meeting deadlines and ability to manage conflicting demands
  • Detail oriented with excellent analytical and organizational skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility to work individually, as well as a team member
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically with a strong knowledge of Excel experience
  • Knowledge of various General Ledger systems
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality
  • Knowledge of Group insurance products and NAIC accounting requirements or similar insurance or financial institution knowledge is a strong plus
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major
  • 3- 6years of experience in accounting, financial reporting and analysis preferably in the financial services or insurance industries
  • Professional designation encouraged

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 Globes 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 Connecticut or Maryland resident, the salary range for this position is $83,400 - $125,100 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.

to request an accommodation.

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

recruitingUS@sunlife.com

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.

For applicants residing in California, please read our employee

California Privacy Policy and Notice.

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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.