What Youll Do
We're looking for a Senior Associate Accountant to join Principal's Retirement & Income Solutions (RIS) External Financial Reporting team. This team is responsible for the US GAAP & Statutory financials for several Principal entities, multiple regulatory filings, application of emerging guidance, as well as SOX controls and reporting. In this role, you'll be collaborating across the finance and accounting team as well as other Principal business entities to support our customer driven culture.
- Effectively utilize digital and technological applications
- Tackle new opportunities and challenges.
- Focus on continuous improvement.
- Actively seek new ways to grow and develop.
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
- 2+ years of experience
- Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Self-motivated and eager to take on new challenges
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
- CPA or other applicable certifications
- Basic understanding of SQL programming language or SAS Enterprise Guide
Job Level
We'll consider talent at the next level with the right experiences and skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience
Salary Range InformationSalary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly Exempt expressed as yearly)Time Off ProgramAdditional Information
Work Environments
This role offers in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements. You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, were 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.
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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
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.
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