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Financial Operations Process Specialist
Kemper Corporation
Chicago, IL, United States
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Position Summary:
The Financial Operations Process Specialist is a new and exciting role at Kemper. This individual will be a key contributor in the Company’s efforts to transform its Accounting and Finance functions through maximization of process efficiency, automation of manual processes (including the use of bots), and improved speed-to-delivery. The environment at Kemper is dynamic, with different needs arising on a frequent basis.
The Financial Operations Process Specialist will provide significant value to the Accounting and Finance functions as she/he will be tasked with, as needs arise, learning a process rapidly and then being able to execute carry out the duties themselves in an effective and efficient manner. The Specialist will assist in the enhancement of process documentation and, ultimately, train and transition responsibilities to others before moving on to the next project or area of need.
In the process, the Specialist will be enhancing her/his knowledge of multiple facets within the Accounting and Finance functions in a rapid manner, while enhancing analytical skills and developing the kind of foundation necessary to be a professional who can significantly improve processes and transform businesses.
The learning curve associated with many roles in Accounting and Finance tends to be steep at first but then flatten out, often remaining flat for an undesirable amount of time. That will not apply to this role. We are looking for a highly-motivated individual who relishes having a steep learning curve and has a strong desire to be a high-impact professional. Experiences gained in this role will significantly enhance your skill set, providing a differentiating factor from your peers that is very meaningful to Kemper as well as other organizations.
Position Qualifications:
• Bachelors’ degree in business, with preference for Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of experience working in accounting- or finance-related role
• Familiarity with accounting principles
• Familiarity with IT systems and desire to learn much more
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple workflows in a dynamic environment
• Inquisitive, analytical mind, strong problem-solving ability, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Our employees enjoy great benefits:
• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Protect what you love with discounts on home and auto insurance products.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.
Kemper at a glance
With $8 billion in assets, Kemper is one of the nation's leading insurers. The Kemper family of City life and health business. To effectively serve in this role, you will need to communicate with field offices, team members, and management. You must promote and follow department policies, regulatory requirements companies specializes in home, auto, life, health and valuables insurance products for individuals, families and businesses.
Kemper’s underwriting companies* are rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company, the leading insurance industry rating authority. Kemper services six million policies and ranks among the top 25 personal lines property and casualty writers and the 2016 Ward’s 50 Top Performers list of life insurance companies.
*Alliance United Insurance Company is not rated.
We value diversity and strive to be an employer of choice. An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V
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