Americo Looking for Senior Manager – Corporate Accounting and Finance at Kansas City, MO

Senior Manager- Corporate Accounting and Finance

Americo: We’re in this for life!
The roots of the Americo family of companies date back more than 100 years. Americo is a Life Insurance, Medicare Supplement Insurance, and Annuity company providing innovative products to our customers. At Americo, it’s the people who make things work, so we hope you join us!

What you’ll love about working at Americo:

• We offer a comprehensive paid training program that will make you feel prepared and excited about your role.
• We place true value in work/life balance. We offer generous Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays to all associates.
• Health and Well-Being: We are proud to offer subsidies to support your health and fitness goals by providing gym membership subsidies
• Prepare for your Future: Americo offers a 401(k) with a company match
• Opportunities to Give Back! We support several local organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Hope Lodge, American Red Cross, Harvester’s, and many more.
• Company Culture and Team-building: Americo participates in Kansas City Corporate Challenge, hosts company-sponsored events, and bring ice cream and coffee trucks on-site to show our appreciation
• We are conveniently located in Downtown Kansas City, within walking distance to top attractions and restaurants
• As an associate, you will receive complimentary paid parking near our Americo offices

JOB SUMMARY:
Manage the department which is responsible for the accounting, processing and reporting of investments, general accounting, cash management and treasury services. Assist in the management of alternative investments and special projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review monthly and quarterly accounting reconciliations and financial reporting packages.
• Manage various alternative investments and investments in affiliated companies.
• Set goals, delegate and provide guidance regarding both special projects and daily work.
• Manage banking, custody and TPA relationships.
• Solve problems and answer questions from staff and management.
• Provide development opportunities for associates and timely feedback on accomplishments.
• Set and maintain internal control policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to interact with people at all levels in an organization and with outside vendors and parties.
• Proficiency in computer skills including the ability to learn new software packages and how to utilize current technology.
• Ability to coach, develop, motivate and manage staff.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic, changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Four-year college education.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: One location