Accountant

Transamerica is a leading provider of life insurance, retirement, and investment solutions in the United States. Founded in 1904, the company focuses on helping individuals and businesses achieve financial security and independence through a broad range of products including life insurance, annuities, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Transamerica is committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and personalized service to meet the evolving needs of its customers. As part of the global financial services industry, Transamerica emphasizes long-term financial planning and risk management to support its clients' financial goals.

Job Family Financial Accounting & Reporting About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. What We Do Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. Job Description Responsibilities Guide accounts payable operations and the T&E card program by serving as a lead resource for daily work, complex issues, and process questions. Review vendor and policyholder payment activity to ensure payments are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and applicable controls. Perform and review accounting activities related to AP transactions, including postings, journal entries, reconciliations, and other ledger impacts. Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to accounts payable and T&E activity. Collaborate with external banking partners, vendors, and internal Finance, Procurement, Treasury, IT, and operational stakeholders to resolve issues, address business needs, and maintain clear, timely, professional communication. Partner with the offshore service provider responsible for day-to-day AP functions, including resolving escalations and ensuring alignment with service expectations. Administer global AP and T&E processes across multiple countries and currencies. Coordinate and perform AP and T&E system processes involving Oracle, iBPS, Ariba, and Concur, including system-related issue resolution, enhancement opportunities, system changes, and user acceptance testing. Perform and document internal controls over AP and T&E processes, including SOX control execution, evidence preparation, and audit support. Identify and recommend process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency gains while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and service quality. Maintain and improve procedures, reporting, metrics, and operational controls to support a scalable and well-controlled payment environment. Demonstrate ownership, initiative, accountability, and sound judgment while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The Accounts Payable / Travel & Expense Lead will serve as a key subject matter expert providing functional leadership for accounts payable operations and the T&E card program.

Lead Accountant - Accounts Payable / Travel & Expense

United States

Job Family Financial Accounting & Reporting About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. What We Do Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. Job Description Responsibilities Guide accounts payable operations and the T&E card program by serving as a lead resource for daily work, complex issues, and process questions. Review vendor and policyholder payment activity to ensure payments are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and applicable controls. Perform and review accounting activities related to AP transactions, including postings, journal entries, reconciliations, and other ledger impacts. Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to accounts payable and T&E activity. Collaborate with external banking partners, vendors, and internal Finance, Procurement, Treasury, IT, and operational stakeholders to resolve issues, address business needs, and maintain clear, timely, professional communication. Partner with the offshore service provider responsible for day-to-day AP functions, including resolving escalations and ensuring alignment with service expectations. Administer global AP and T&E processes across multiple countries and currencies. Coordinate and perform AP and T&E system processes involving Oracle, iBPS, Ariba, and Concur, including system-related issue resolution, enhancement opportunities, system changes, and user acceptance testing. Perform and document internal controls over AP and T&E processes, including SOX control execution, evidence preparation, and audit support. Identify and recommend process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency gains while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and service quality. Maintain and improve procedures, reporting, metrics, and operational controls to support a scalable and well-controlled payment environment. Demonstrate ownership, initiative, accountability, and sound judgment while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Requirements:<ul><li> Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent education/experience.</li><li> Minimum of 8 years of experience, with degree.</li><li> Experience with ERP and AP systems, such as Oracle, Ariba, Concur, or similar finance, procurement, workflow, and expense management applications.</li><li> Experience supporting global accounts payable, multi-currency payments, banking services, vendor payments, policyholder payments, T&E card programs, and employee expense processes.</li><li> Strong understanding of accounting principles, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, and AP-related close activities.</li><li> Experience serving as a lead resource, senior accountant, or subject matter expert within accounts payable, T&E, finance operations, or a shared services environment.</li><li> Experience working in a SOX-controlled or highly regulated environment, including control execution, documentation, testing, issue remediation, and audit support.</li><li> Ability to manage high-volume payment activity with strong attention to accuracy, timeliness, risk management, customer service, and operational efficiency.</li><li> Ability to support system changes, testing coordination, user acceptance testing, implementation readiness, and process improvement initiatives for AP and T&E applications.</li><li> Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, exercise sound judgment, resolve operational issues, and communicate clearly with business partners and leadership.</li><li> Advanced Excel proficiency and experience using Microsoft 365 tools to support reporting, documentation, collaboration, and process management.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li> Competitive Pay</li><li> Bonus for Eligible Employees</li><li> Benefits Package</li><li> Pension Plan</li><li> 401k Match</li><li> Employee Stock Purchase Plan</li><li> Tuition Reimbursement</li><li> Disability Insurance</li><li> Medical Insurance</li><li> Dental Insurance</li><li> Vision Insurance</li><li> Employee Discounts</li><li> Career Training & Development Opportunities</li><li> Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits</li><li> Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.</li><li> Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).</li><li> Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars</li><li> Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.</li><li> Adoption Assistance</li><li> Employee Assistance Program</li><li> Back-Up Care Program</li><li> PTO for Volunteer Hours</li><li> Employee Matching Gifts Program</li><li> Employee Resource Groups</li><li> Inclusion and Diversity Programs</li><li> Employee Recognition Program</li><li> Referral Bonus Programs</li></ul>

Transamerica

Lead Accountant - Accounts Payable / Travel & Expense The Accounts Payable / Travel & Expense Lead will serve as a key subject matter expert providing functional leadership for accounts payable operations and the T&E card program. Job Family Financial Accounting & Reporting About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. What We Do Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. Job Description Responsibilities Guide accounts payable operations and the T&E card program by serving as a lead resource for daily work, complex issues, and process questions. Review vendor and policyholder payment activity to ensure payments are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with company policies and applicable controls. Perform and review accounting activities related to AP transactions, including postings, journal entries, reconciliations, and other ledger impacts. Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to accounts payable and T&E activity. Collaborate with external banking partners, vendors, and internal Finance, Procurement, Treasury, IT, and operational stakeholders to resolve issues, address business needs, and maintain clear, timely, professional communication. Partner with the offshore service provider responsible for day-to-day AP functions, including resolving escalations and ensuring alignment with service expectations. Administer global AP and T&E processes across multiple countries and currencies. Coordinate and perform AP and T&E system processes involving Oracle, iBPS, Ariba, and Concur, including system-related issue resolution, enhancement opportunities, system changes, and user acceptance testing. Perform and document internal controls over AP and T&E processes, including SOX control execution, evidence preparation, and audit support. Identify and recommend process improvements, automation opportunities, and efficiency gains while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and service quality. Maintain and improve procedures, reporting, metrics, and operational controls to support a scalable and well-controlled payment environment. Demonstrate ownership, initiative, accountability, and sound judgment while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Accountant Account Executive Transamerica Insurance Financial Services Retirement Planning Cedar Rapids Iowa

This role requires strong accounting knowledge and the ability to work effectively across multiple financial systems. The Lead will guide accounts payable operations and ensure compliance with company policies.

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