The External Reporting team is responsible for providing clear, complete, accurate, and consistent financial information to meet the requirements of both internal and external stakeholders. The Senior External Reporting Analyst position will support this mission by leveraging a strong technical accounting background and ability to collaborate with various teams across the broader organization. The Senior External Reporting Analyst will be responsible for preparing and presenting financial information in compliance with US GAAP, statutory GAAP through reconciliations, regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC Forms 10-Q, 10-K), and company policies, and plays an important role in ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS Assist with preparation of the Company's 10-Q and 10-K filings in accordance with FASB and SEC requirements Prepare and perform analysis of files supporting external filings Utilize Workiva reporting application for preparation of the 10-Q, 10-K and earnings release documents Prepare various tie-outs to company records (financial statements, footnotes, MD&A, earnings release, Investor Relations presentations, etc.) for completeness and accuracy Assist with XBRL tagging of financial statements and footnotes Assist with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) disclosure checklist and other checklists as needed Assist with statutory reporting responsibilities Review of statutory reports, US GAAP to statutory GAAP reconciliations and tie-outs to company records for completeness and accuracy Coordinate with local teams and liaison with local audit firms as needed Assist with global statutory governance process, including monitoring audit status and compliance with reporting deadlines Identify and implement process improvements Assist with government reporting responsibilities Complete government surveys and reports in accordance with applicable requirements Help maintain government reporting tracker to ensure deadlines are met Coordinate across the business as needed Assist with completion of benefit plan financial statements in accordance with SEC and DOL regulations Assist with preparation of 11-K filing for the Company's 401(k) plan Review financial statements for the Company's other benefit plans (prepared by audit firm), including preparation of detailed tie-outs to company records for completeness and accuracy Complete tie-outs of the Form 5500 for each plan for completeness and accuracy Perform month-end and quarter-end close procedures Execute monthly share reconciliation process Assist with stock-based compensation entries and forecast Prepare entries for the Company's defined benefit and savings plans Maintain intangible assets detail file Assist with account reconciliations Contribute to team success through participation in projects and non-routine transactions as needed such as ESG reporting, the adoption of new accounting standards and acquisitions POSITION REQUIREMENTS FORMAL EDUCATION: Required: Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or finance Preferred: Certified Public Accountant KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Required: Minimum of 2 years' experience in: Accounting and Reporting Regulation Knowledge - Ability to apply knowledge of rules and regulation to maintain financial records, prepare financial statements, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as apply the rules and regulations governing financial accounting in accordance with US GAAP to support financial reporting for the industry/division/enterprise. Financial Controls - Ability to use understanding of practices and procedures that are in place to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of financial information a