[Remote] Financial Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aegon is a company seeking a Financial Analyst to perform accounting, financial reporting, and analysis functions. The role involves applying financial analysis knowledge to ensure accuracy in financial data and supporting business unit reporting needs.

Responsibilities

  • Performs professional financial analysis work based mainly on, but not limited to, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), which involves: extracting financial data from various accounting and information systems, compilation, consolidation and appropriate analysis of financial data
  • Analyze, test and verify information compiled is correct and/or reasonable based upon accounting and financial analysis knowledge
  • Respond to requests received from management and other departments
  • Understands the flow of information and uses that knowledge to troubleshoot problems
  • Participates in monthly and quarterly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
  • Explains to others how analysis was produced and or reported
  • Updates and consolidates financial reports for forecasting, trending and results analysis
  • Supports business unit reporting needs, as well as performing duties related to the Corporate business reporting unit
  • Assists with project work and may serve as a member of divisional project team
  • Responsible for adherence to the company's framework of internal controls
  • Improve procedures, update and organize documentation of reporting and planning processes

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and/or equivalent work experience
  • Up to 2 years of experience, with degree
  • Advanced computer skills
  • Base knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel
  • Working knowledge of financial area preferred (for example, investments, insurance products, premium)
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, customer service approach
  • Detail-oriented, accurate; analytical, work effectively individually and within a team, organizational and prioritization skills

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance

Company Overview

  • Aegon offers products and services in the life insurance, pension, retirement, and asset management fields. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, NLD, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.aegon.com/.

 

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