Senior Business Systems Specialist - Accounting - Lincoln, NE

Accounting

Full-time

Position Description:

Drive the business through configuration and administration of accounting systems, and the enablement of accurate and automated daily processes in support of company separate accounts. This position will research, suggest, and implement system improvements through established and documented procedures.

As part of the team responsible for monitoring the pricing of 950+ funds, 200,000+ unit prices, and $11B of assets, this role plays a critical part in ensuring our Retirement Plan division and our Individual Division (variable products) have accurate information reflected on a daily basis.

This position offers the opportunity to make a huge impact as a member of a small team. If you're looking for a chance to learn and become a subject matter expert on a complex process, this role is ideal for you. This position needs someone who brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a strong initiative to act.

Position Location:

This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.

What you do:

• Support daily unit pricing cycle. On a rotational basis (two to three days per week), this position will monitor the daily pricing function after market close, and ensure information uploads in an expected manner, and/or troubleshoot and correct any errors encountered.
• Create, update, and run multiple reports to provide gain/loss information to other areas of the organization on both a regular and ad hoc basis.
• Assist with the preparation of management reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Maintain and monitor separate account subaccounts fund revenue sharing using software package.
• Constantly seek out, suggest, and evaluate new ideas which would create efficiencies by automating manual processes, or improving existing automations.
• Collaborate with teammates, leadership, and outside groups to ensure the system supports the established business processes and needs.
• Use project management skills on small sprints partnering with IT on code changes, system updates, and testing initiatives.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 1-3 years overall previous relevant experience required.
• Intermediate to expert level knowledge in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Previous experience in accounting field is desired.
• Previous experience in business analyst, business systems analyst, or similar field strongly desired.
• Previous experience with report writing tools (WebFOCUS, Cognos, etc.) helpful but not required.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you'll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don't:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we're committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

The pay range posted reflects a nationwide minimum to maximum covering all potential locations where the position may be filled. The final determination on pay for any position will be based on multiple factors including role, career level, work location, skill set, and candidate level of experience to ensure pay equity within the organization. This position will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package (see above for details). This position will be eligible to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Plan with the annual target defined by the plan.

Pay Range Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay.

The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$65,382.00 - $107,880.00 / year

Pay transparency is rooted in principles of fairness, equity, and accountability within the workplace. Sharing pay ranges for job postings is one way Ameritas shows our commitment to equitable compensation practices.