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Accounting Assistant’s in St. Paul, MN | $24.00 to $25.00/Hour DOE Our Accounting Assistant’s workweek is Monday to Friday with hours starting at 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. This job is a  Accounting type position that that pays $24.00 to $25.00/Hour DOE and is a  Temp-to-hire opportunity. Accounting Assistant Duties and Responsibilities –This position is responsible for billing customers, paying vendors and various other recording and reporting tasks.   Accounts Receivable:- Review new customers’ setup on our accounting system to ensure that payment terms, customer contact and billing information are accurate.- Prepare customer “supplier forms” to furnish them with needed information about company, sending W-9 forms, providing banking information etc.- Ensure that sales tax exemption forms are obtained as needed.- Enroll in online billing and paying portals as required by customers.- Invoice customers accurately and timely in accordance with their billing terms, customer’s purchase orders, internal sales orders and instructions from the sales team.- Follow up with Salespeople and Customers on past due invoices, sending reminder emails with copies of invoices and documenting collection activity on the customer card in our accounting system.- Enter web orders on our accounting system.- Enter customer payments in our accounting system, including physical checks, ACH’s and credit card transactions. Accounts Payable:- Setup vendors in our accounting system.- Obtain W-9’s from vendors, scan and enter them on our accounting system.- Enter vendor invoices and employee expense reports in our accounting system.- Pay vendor invoices and employee expense reports weekly via check or online payment. Reporting:- Send sales and inventory reports to the distribution list via email.- Other monthly and ad hoc reports, such as “Customer Item/Stats”. Accounting Assistant Requirements and Qualifications –- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- 1 year of related experience and/or education- Familiarity with computer applications such as MS Word, MS Excel, accounting systems experience, and the Internet is important.- Excellent communication skills- High attention to detail- Ability to work closely with coworkers is essential.  - A high school diploma is required.  - An associates degree is preferred. How to Apply for Award Staffing’s Accounting Assistant’s in St. Paul, MNWe at Award Staffing are excited to speak with you about this fantastic opportunity to build your future! If you would prefer to talk to us by phone you can connect with our Skilled Industrial team at 952-767-0069. Our recruiters in Skilled Industrial can’t wait to hear from you! How You Can InterviewDon’t have time to come to our office for an interview?  We have you covered!  We can schedule an immediate interview for you virtually using Zoom right from your phone or computer.  We want to make the application process as convenient and safe as possible for you! If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact us to ask for an accommodation, or an alternative application process. Per Minnesota Health Department Regulations, masks must be worn in all Award Staffing locations and we have application and interview stations that support appropriate social distancing guidelines. Why Award StaffingAward Staffing is a 5-time winner of the Minneapolis Star Tribune’s Top 150 Workplaces in Minnesota.  We are proud of our 33 years in business as one of the top staffing agencies in Minnesota.  We have offices in Bloomington, Chaska, Crystal, Delano, Maplewood and Ramsey. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status. Award Staffing, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Accounting Assistant

In this role, you would be primarily responsible for managing the Fund Accounting and Performance Reporting unit in the preparation and review of accounting, financial, performance, and regulatory reporting information related to investment portfolios within the Company’s variable life insurance and annuity product separate accounts and Securian Funds Trust.  The Fund Accounting and Performance Reporting unit operates in a highly regulated, complex environment where a depth of business acumen, technical expertise and cross-functional coordination is key to ensuring integrity of information.
 Responsibilities include (but not limited to): 
<li>Manages a team of professional employees
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<li>Executes/oversees relevant accounting tasks to support financial reporting cycles with particular focus on supporting:
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<li>Individual/group life and annuity variable product separate accounts
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<li>Securian Funds Trust portfolios
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<li>Directs/oversees external third party in calculation of daily unit values and net asset values for all variable product separate accounts and Securian Funds Trust portfolios
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<li>Ensures accurate and timely investment portfolio performance calculations and reporting
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<li>Executes/oversees relevant financial reporting activities:
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<li>Statutory annual statement (“Green Book”) filings for variable product separate accounts
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<li>SEC regulatory filings for Securian Funds Trust
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<li>Audited financial statements
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<li>Provides financial projections and pro forma expense analyses for senior management
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<li>Responds to requests and presents fund accounting information to the Securian Funds Trust Board/Audit Committee
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<li>Performs independent analysis and interpretation of financial results used with management and appropriate external parties
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<li>Reviews/approves journal entries along with documentation/testing/certification of internal controls (including oversight of third-party service providers)
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<li>Coordinates and continuously improves the financial reporting process
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<li>Responds to inquires made by internal and external clients, including auditors, state insurance departments, and other regulatory authorities
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<li>Collaborates in the implementation and maintenance of emerging GAAP and statutory accounting and reporting polices and issues
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<li>Ensures coordination with other areas involved in financial statement close / reporting cycles (e.g., Financial Reporting, Securian Asset Management, Enterprise Technology, Corporate Law/Compliance, and other business areas)
 Qualifications: 
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<li>5-10 years of accounting and financial reporting background/knowledge
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<li>Experience in the financial services industry and/or SEC mutual fund/investment company reporting
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<li>Experience leading/supervising professional employees and/or long-term projects
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<li>Experience evaluating internal controls and processes, building desktop-level procedure documentation, and proposing efficiency improvements/changes
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<li>Adept at flexing between being a strong collaborator and working independently to meet deadlines
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<li>Strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills to present accounting and financial reporting topics to senior management effectively and to foster positive relationships with internal and external business partners.
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<li>Creative problem solving, analytical and technical skills to understand and identify business needs and to determine appropriate solutions to unique challenges.
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<li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups)
 Preferred Qualifications (not required): 
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<li>Investment accounting system (e.g., PAM, Clearwater) and/or investment operations experience
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<li>SAP ERP system experience (General Ledger, Financial Products Sub Ledger, AO reporting, Fiori apps)
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<li>CPA
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<li>Insurance industry experience with general understanding of insurance GAAP/statutory accounting and individual/group life and annuity business 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’re in 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’t feasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option. 
 Physical Job Requirements 
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<li>Ability to utilize keyboard, mouse and computer for up to 8 hours per day.
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<li>Ability to work at least 40 hours per week
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<li>Ability to utilize a phone or teleconferencing platform for up to 2-4 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.
 Securian Financial has been around for 140 years. We’re committed to giving back to our community, donating 15,000 employee volunteer hours this past year. We also provide extensive resources to our employees for professional development and growth and a number of diverse professional and social opportunities throughout the company. There’s a reason our employees have voted us as a best place to work year after year! In addition:
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<li>  Generous paid time off. We want you to take time off for whatever matters most to you! </li>
<li>  Tuition reimbursement program. We value continuous learning at Securian! </li>
<li>  Company-funded pension plan as well as 401K retirement plan – great resources to secure your financial future. </li>
<li>  Continuous opportunities for new challenges. </li>
<li>  Variety of health plan options as well as dental and vision plans. </li>
<li>  Paid maternity/paternity leaves.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at <a href="mailto:Employment@Securian.com" target="_blank">Employment@Securian.com</a>, by telephone 651-655-5522 (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).
To view our privacy statement click here 
To view our legal statement click here </li>

Financial Reporting Manager (Fund Accounting)

*At Securian Financial the internal title for this role is Customer Operations Spec.
 Overview: 
Affinity Customer Service is an exciting division that aligns with our corporate efficiency goals. This includes streamlining workflows and provide excellent customer service that meets or exceeds our customers' expectations.
We're looking for an individual who is flexible, positive and enthusiastic. An ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced environment, thrives on problem solving and is a multi-tasker. In this role you would mentor and develop talent in others while responsible for daily production.
 Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To: 
<li>  Assist with the development and regular delivery of reportable metrics. </li>
<li>  Implement streamlined processes and systems to ensure and efficient utilization of resources </li>
<li>  Manage the employer billing processes, tasks, and interdepartmental functions for the self-administered Group employer market life insurance products </li>
<li>  Prioritize work distribution for the team and drive processes and procedures that ensure the team consistently, effectively, and efficiently meets our quality and service level standards/performance guarantees </li>
<li>  Develop strong relationships with external clients and internal partners to ensure processes are flexible, cost effective, accurate and are in compliance </li>
<li>  Provide expert training, mentoring, and coaching to team; provide feedback to leadership on associate performance and implement corrective action to prevent future issues
 Qualifications: 
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<li>  Organization, planning skilling and ability to prioritize competing tasks. Pivot as needed. </li>
<li>  Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy when researching problems and performing detailed calculations and Quality Assurance. </li>
<li>  Communicate effectively by adapting to your audience, actively listen, and applying those skills both verbally and in written documentation. </li>
<li>  Advanced math skills to calculate premium, coverage amounts etc. </li>
<li>  Ability to read and interpret data from large spreadsheets </li>
<li>  Strong customer focus; internal and external customers. </li>
<li>  Ability to work effectively and be productive both individually and in a team environment. </li>
<li>  Reliable and flexible to work overtime when needed.
 Physical Job Requirements: 
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<li>  Ability to utilize keyboard, mouse and computer for up to 8 hours per day </li>
<li>  Ability to work at least 40 hours per week </li>
<li>  Ability to utilize telephone for up to 8 hours per day </li>
<li>  Ability to perform grasping tasks throughout the entire work day. (examples: handwriting, grasping of equipment/machines, paper manipulation, sorting, folding, handling stacks of paper)
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.
 Securian Financial has been around for 140 years. We’re committed to giving back to our community, donating 15,000 employee volunteer hours this past year. We also provide extensive resources to our employees for professional development and growth and a number of diverse professional and social opportunities throughout the company. There’s a reason our employees have voted us as a best place to work year after year! In addition:
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<li>  Generous paid time off. We want you to take time off for whatever matters most to you! </li>
<li>  Tuition reimbursement program. We value continuous learning at Securian! </li>
<li>  Company-funded pension plan as well as 401K retirement plan – great resources to secure your financial future. </li>
<li>  Continuous opportunities for new challenges. </li>
<li>  Variety of health plan options as well as dental and vision plans. </li>
<li>  Paid maternity/paternity leaves.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance, status in a local human rights commission, or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by telephone 651-665-5522 (voice), 711 (telecommunications relay), or by email at <a href="mailto:EmployeeRelations@securian.com" target="_blank">EmployeeRelations@securian.com</a>.
To view our privacy statement click here 
To view our legal statement click here </li>

Self-Admin. Billing Specialist

*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Data Engineering Sr. Analyst*
 Position Overview 
The Data Engineering Senior Analyst will design, deploy, and manage the organization's data architecture.
 Responsibilities include but not limited to: 
<li>Collaborate with business users and IT partners to understand requirements and analyze data needs.  Document requirements and build data flow diagrams.
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<li>Build and maintain data pipelines for populating data domains.
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<li>Create data transformations, including data cleansing and data masking.
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<li>Participate in Data Governance initiatives.
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<li>Play a key role in helping Securian implement the Enterprise Data Strategy by building an Enterprise Data Store, populating it with clean and well-structured data, and participating in other key initiatives in the strategy.
 Qualifications: 
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<li>Previous experience as a Data Engineer, or related field.
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<li>4 year degree in Computer Science or related field
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<li>Experience with tools and concepts related to data and analytics, such as dimensional modeling, ETL, reporting tools, data warehousing, structured and unstructured data.
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<li>ETL experience using tools such as Informatica or StreamSets
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<li>Data validation and cleansing
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<li>ANSI SQL Skills/Experience
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<li>Exposure and experience with traditional and modern data architectures
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<li>Cloud knowledge and experience – AWS preferred
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<li>Experience working with business users to analyze requirements and design solutions that meet their needs.
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<li>Strong problem solving and analytical abilities
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<li>Attention to detail
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<li>Solid communication skills
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<li>Willingness to learn
 Preferred Qualifications: 
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<li>Spark/Python/Java development experience
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<li>Report development experience - Business Objects, Tableau
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<li>XML/XSD/DTD/JSON/
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<li>Previous experience or knowledge of Insurance/Financial Services industry.
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<li>Agile experience
LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement**
 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’re in 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’t feasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option. 
 Physical job requirements: 
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<li>Ability to utilize keyboard, mouse and computer for up to 8 hours per day
</li>
<li>Ability to work at least 40 hours per week
</li>
<li>Ability to utilize telephone for up to 8 hours per day
</li>
<li>Ability to perform grasping tasks throughout the entire work day (examples: handwriting, grasping of equipment/machines, paper manipulation, sorting, folding, handling stacks of paper)
 Securian Financial has been around for 140 years. We’re committed to giving back to our community, donating 15,000 employee volunteer hours this past year. We also provide extensive resources to our employees for professional development and growth and a number of diverse professional and social opportunities throughout the company. There’s a reason our employees have voted us as a best place to work year after year! In addition:
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<li>  Generous paid time off. We want you to take time off for whatever matters most to you! </li>
<li>  Tuition reimbursement program. We value continuous learning at Securian! </li>
<li>  Company-funded pension plan as well as 401K retirement plan – great resources to secure your financial future. </li>
<li>  Continuous opportunities for new challenges. </li>
<li>  Variety of health plan options as well as dental and vision plans. </li>
<li>  Paid maternity/paternity leaves.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance, status in a local human rights commission, or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by telephone 651-665-5522 (voice), 711 (telecommunications relay), or by email at <a href="mailto:EmployeeRelations@securian.com" target="_blank">EmployeeRelations@securian.com</a>.
To view our privacy statement click here 
To view our legal statement click here </li>

Data Engineering Sr Analyst (Hybrid)

As the finance business partner to HR &amp; Benefits, you would be responsible for providing financial analysis and consulting in support for HR programs and initiatives. This position is the lead finance contact for HR, ensuring support for all finance topics including HR budgeting and expense analysis. The business partner understands the financial implications of HR programs including compensation and benefits, and provides analysis and consulting in support of these programs.
 This position has a hybrid working model, 2 days per week onsite at our Home Office in downtown St. Paul. Remainder of the time could be worked virtually. 
 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 
 Provide financial analysis and consulting for compensation programs 
<li>  Lead annual enterprise-wide salary, bonus, and benefits budgeting process. </li>
<li>  Prepare analysis on and communicate results of projected staffing spend to key stakeholders. </li>
<li>  Provide financial support for Securian’s long and short-term compensation programs. </li>
<li>  Provide accurate and timely financial results to HR in support of these programs. </li>
<li>  Provide consulting on programs and metrics as needed to ensure alignment of programs with enterprise strategy, including understanding of industry practices on financial metrics included in HR compensation programs. </li>
<li>  Evaluate metrics during goal setting process to ensure financial targets are appropriately challenging and incent smart growth. </li>
<li>  Provide ad-hoc consulting on compensation programs, including partnering with Financial Reporting or FP&amp;A teams to evaluate impacts to compensation of corporate changes, M&amp;A, etc.
 Provide financial analysis and consulting for employee benefits programs 
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<li>  Provide financial oversight for Securian’s benefit programs including Defined Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Medical and Retiree Medical. </li>
<li>  Partner with the Total Rewards team to prepare materials for and co-lead Retirement Committee meetings. </li>
<li>  Oversee the outsourced actuarial services for benefit programs, ensuring accurate and timely financial results for Securian’s financial statements and budgeting processes. </li>
<li>  Lead the actuarial assumption setting process including preparation of annual experience study, assumption review, recommendation of changes, and communication with Securian’s auditors. </li>
<li>  Partner with investment advisors for defined benefit and defined contribution plans to define asset strategy. </li>
<li>  Partner with Expense Accounting to ensure accurate and transparent expense reporting and allocations for HR and benefits expenses. </li>
<li>  Provide financial analysis and consulting in the event of benefit program changes.
 Provide financial analysis and consulting for all HR finance needs 
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<li>  Serve as the lead finance contact for HR during the annual budgeting process, understanding HR initiatives in order to develop the HR budget for approval </li>
<li>  Conduct expense analysis to understand expense results relative to budget, and shares results with HR leadership </li>
<li>  Partner with facilities team to develop long-term strategy for use of real estate </li>
<li>  Provide ad-hoc FP&amp;A consulting for any HR initiatives. Examples could include developing staff forecasting models, analysis of business cases for new or ongoing initiatives, or establishing and monitoring metrics to measure HR results. 
*The internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Financial Planning &amp; Analysis Consultant
 Physical Job Requirements: 
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<li>  Ability to utilize keyboard, mouse and computer for up to 8 hours per day up to 8 hours per day. </li>
<li>  Ability to work at least 40 hours per week </li>
<li>  Ability to utilize a phone or teleconferencing platform for up to 2-4 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. 
 Securian Financial has been around for 140 years. We’re committed to giving back to our community, donating 15,000 employee volunteer hours this past year. We also provide extensive resources to our employees for professional development and growth and a number of diverse professional and social opportunities throughout the company. There’s a reason our employees have voted us as a best place to work year after year! In addition:
</li>
<li>  Generous paid time off. We want you to take time off for whatever matters most to you! </li>
<li>  Tuition reimbursement program. We value continuous learning at Securian! </li>
<li>  Company-funded pension plan as well as 401K retirement plan – great resources to secure your financial future. </li>
<li>  Continuous opportunities for new challenges. </li>
<li>  Variety of health plan options as well as dental and vision plans. </li>
<li>  Paid maternity/paternity leaves.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance, status in a local human rights commission, or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by telephone 651-665-5522 (voice), 711 (telecommunications relay), or by email at <a href="mailto:EmployeeRelations@securian.com" target="_blank">EmployeeRelations@securian.com</a>.
To view our privacy statement click here 
To view our legal statement click here </li>

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