Financial Planning & Analysis Consultant

Overview:

The Institutional Retirement Solutions division at Securian Financial Group is searching for a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Consultant to support FP&A functions and accounting for the business unit and reinsuredbusiness.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Partners with Vice President – Institutional Retirement Products and CFO – Institutional Retirement Products to conduct analyses to support business planning activities, develop recommendations, and serve as a trusted business partner.

• Leads accounting, financial reporting, and management reporting setup for new products and product enhancements.

• Performs and reviews monthly and quarterly financial analysis and management reporting for Institutional Retirement Products and reinsured business.

• Leads analysis of reinsured business financials including reconciliations of reinsured accounting, expense analysis and profit & loss.

• Develops and implements Excel based models to project financial results and to analyze components of earnings.

• Leads resolution of complex issues to ensure financial analysis is accurate and well understood.

• Participates in the development of annual operating, capital and strategic plans, and independently develops financial projections in alignment with strategies. Provides strategic, data driven recommendations to manage the financial strategy of Institutional Retirement Solutions.

• Manages projects relating to improving procedures and systems to increase department productivity and the level of service provided to internal and external clients.

• Resolves complex issues that arise from system error reports and ensures processes run successfully once the issue is resolved.

• Leads projects and/or contributes to broader cross-functional FP&A projects.

Qualifications:

• Organizational skills and attention to detail to meet deadlines, produce accurate work and document processes.

• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.

• Solid interpersonal and communication skills to act as a resource/liaison to Institutional Retirement Products leadership team and Corporate FP&A area.

• In depth conceptual and practical knowledge of financial and accounting concepts.

• Experience solving complex/ambiguous problems and effecting process improvement.

• Experience building models in Excel or other similar tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four or more years of experience with corporate accounting and / or expense analysis.

• Successful track record in a four-year degree program in Accounting, Finance, or another related field.

• Experience with SAP or learning multiple ERP systems.

• Experience with reinsurance accounting.

• Financial Services accounting and FP&A experience preferred

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’rein a commutable distance (90 minutes) you’ll join us 2-3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. When working in our offices at least two days per week isn’tfeasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option.

Physical Job Requirements:

• bility to utilize the keyboard, computer and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per day.

• Ability to work at least 40 hours per week.

• Ability to utilize the phone and/or virtual meeting platform for 1-4 hours per day.

The physical job requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of jobs.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

$69,500.00 - $129,000.00

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. During your first year of hire, you receive a prorated bank of personal days and vacation time depending on your month of hire.

• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group