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Investment Accountant III

Aflac, a Fortune 500 company, is an industry leader in voluntary insurance products that pay cash directly to policyholders and one of America’s best-known brands. Aflac has been recognized as Fortune’s 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity and as one of World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.com.

Our business is about being there for people in need. So, ask yourself, are you the duck? If so, there’s a home, and a flourishing career for you at Aflac.

Work Designation – Depending on your location within the continental US, this role may be hybrid or remote.

Investment Accountant III

If you live within 50 miles of the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be hybrid. This means you will be expected to work in the office for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.
If you live more than 50 miles from the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be remote. This means you will be expected to work from your home, within the continental US. If the role is remote, there may be occasions that you are requested to come to the office based on business need. Any requests to come to the office would be communicated with you in advance.

Investment Accountant III

What does it take to be successful at Aflac?

Acting with Integrity
Communicating Effectively
Pursuing Self-Development
Serving Customers
Supporting Change
Supporting Organizational Goals
Working with Diverse Populations

Investment Accountant III

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• Advanced proficiency level using Microsoft Office suite software, VBA/macro experience preferred

• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and time management skills

• Advanced user of SAP, BW or similar software preferred

• Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the accounting standards codification (ASC)

• Knowledge of specific insurance/investment accounting principles preferred

• Strong knowledge and demonstrated experience performing financial analysis, reporting, and/or process improvement

• General understanding of investment products preferred

Investment Accountant III

Education & Experience Required

Bachelor’s Degree In accounting, finance or a related field
Four years of professional job-related work experience in investments or related accounting/reporting

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Travel

Less than or equal to 10%

Investment Accountant III

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyzes and reconciles complex investment transactions on a daily basis to various data sources and subsequently updates the investment accounting sub-ledger (FAM)

• Participates in the accounting and reporting of real estate owned (REOs) investments

• Assists with the training and development of junior team members

• Assists junior team members in resolving complex issues that may arise during daily processing

Investment Accountant III

• Coordinates activities with the Global Investments Division for resolving discrepancies or issues regarding investment transactions and investment, and ensures resolution is effective

• Independently coordinates and maintains effective working relationships with business partners, including Accounting Policy, Tax, Financial Reporting, Global Investments, and internal and external auditors

• Assists in developing and implementing new applications and analytical models, or enhancing existing systems and processes

• Maintains a continuous improvement culture by looking for ways to eliminate manual processes and enhance processes and developing recommendations for improvement

• Provides direct support to the investment accounting management team

• Performs other duties as required

Investment Accountant III

Total Rewards

This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. The range has been created in good faith based on information known to Aflac at the time of the posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. This salary range does not include any potential incentive pay or benefits, however, such information will be provided separately when appropriate. The salary range for this position is $57,000 to $145,000.

Investment Accountant III

“Top 10 Interview Questions”

Can you tell us about yourself?
What interests you about this position?
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Can you give an example of a time when you solved a problem creatively?
How do you handle stress and pressure?
How would you describe your work style?
Can you tell us about a time when you had to work with a difficult
colleague or supervisor?
How do you stay organized and prioritize tasks?
What are your long-term career goals?

Document Required:

Required Documents for This Recruitment: The candidate should have this Document Before Apply Online. Candidates Are Suggested To Read
the Official Notification Before Applying.
Document – Qualifications certificate with mark sheets.
Passport size Photographs
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