General Ledger Analyst

Assurant is embarking on a multi-year, multi-phase financial systems and process transformation program. The General Ledger Functional Analyst will be an important Finance and Accounting resource on the team that will be supporting the General Ledger and Consolidations/Equitizations components of Assurant’s implementation of a market-leading cloud ERP solution and associated financial systems architecture as part of a multi-phased transformation program.The individual in this role will use their prior accounting skills, knowledge and past experiences to work with their team to monitor, correct, and reconcile general ledger activity and support key accounting functions/processes in a new ERP platform. This individual will also help identify, make recommendations, and support efforts to migrate current accounting processes to the leading practices facilitated by having a modern ERP system. The individual in this role will provide functional and financial process support for implementing enhancements to the general ledger and related functions, with a focus on continuously identifying, recommending, and executing opportunities to better streamline and gain efficiencies in the Finance function through leveraging the investment we have made in a new systems platform. As new functionality and capabilities are integrated into the financial systems platform, the analyst work with team members and stakeholders ensuring smooth integration onto the platform and will proactively identify and mitigate any potential risks. Primary Job Accountabilities/Responsibilities Strategic: Participate in and effectively collaborate with team in efforts within Finance and Accounting to support best practice GL, Consolidation, Equitization, and Financial Reporting & Analytics processes in a leading cloud ERP solution  Help to identify, recommend, and execute on opportunities to enhance existing accounting, fixed asset, and allocation processes taking into consideration the requirements of the overall Global Finance organization  Leverage prior Accounting and Finance experiences and expertise to identify, propose, and implement automated solutions and reduce reliance on manual processes, with a focus on prioritizing the remediation of those processes that currently have the most risk and/or inefficiency  Help support efforts to educate business process owners on solution optimization, simplification and standardization capabilities within the new platform through the reference of prior experiences and other relevant use cases  Tactical: Work closely and collaborate with key Finance and Accounting stakeholders, team members, IT, and third-party consulting resources across various locations to test, implement, and support a global financial systems platform, with responsibility for supporting specific components of the General Ledger workstream of the overall program Work with stakeholder areas to understand functional requirements for each area and then work with team to implement functional and process solutions in the new tool, while ensuring those requirements are properly understood and communicated to overall program team Work with team to determine how to best implement functional requirements in financial systems architecture Work with team to develop creative solutions to effectively meet complex business requirements using delivered optimum functionality Work with internal and external auditors to ensure proposed system design, configuration and functionality complies with core control and audit requirements Ensure program deliverables are completed in accordance with established timelines Support communication and training activities associated with areas of responsibility Escalate issues and open items to workstream lead, as appropriate Effectively collaborate with other team members, key resources, and stakeholders Basic Qualifications Required - Experience, Skills, and Knowledge Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent area of study CPA and/or MBA Preferred A minimum of 5 years prior financial accounting/auditing and financial systems experience Strong experience with Oracle Fusion Prior experience in working with and/or implementing automated general ledger, consolidations, fixed assets and allocation processes and automated solutions in a complex, global organization Strong knowledge of general ledger and consolidation accounting principles Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP Financial Reporting, Management Reporting, and Planning/Forecasting Processes Strong business and financial acumen Experience in supporting technology initiatives from a Finance and Accounting perspective Experience in leveraging technology to improve finance processes and supporting technology initiatives from a finance perspective Adaptability and flexibility including the ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change Understanding and experience with international regulatory reporting a plus Strong planning and organizational skills Strong analytical skills Experience in handling and effectively prioritizing multiple concurrent tasks and meeting strict deadlines Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization and establish relationships Experience in working in a team environment and establishing collaborative relationships with different stakeholders Advance proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio Prior experience in the insurance/financial services industry a plus Previous experience on transformation projects a plus For further information about Assurant, please visit our website: