Expense Accounting Manager
Symetra, Bellevue, WA, United States
Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join us as an
Expense Accounting Manager!
About the role
As an
Expense Accounting Manager
within Finance, you will lead expense reimbursement and corporate card programs and serve as the expense subject matter expert. You will ensure policy compliance, optimize systems, strengthen controls, and partner crossfunctionally to improve processes, support business objectives, and enhance the employee experience.
What you will do
Own the endtoend expense program, including expense reporting, corporate card administration, system configuration (e.g., Concur), workflows, audit rules, and advanced issue resolution
Ensure compliance and continuous improvement by maintaining strong controls, monitoring performance and audit metrics, optimizing processes, and enhancing the employee experience through datadriven insights
Provide leadership and oversight for expense operations, setting clear expectations, processes, and performance standards while driving accountability for compliance, quality, and service levels
Partner with and influence crossfunctional team members to ensure policy alignment, support training and documentation, and strengthen team capabilities across the expense program
Serve as the primary point of contact, guiding employees and leaders on policy and exceptions, collaborating crossfunctionally to ensure proper transaction treatment, and maximizing reporting and trends to improve user experience, reduce support volume, and inform leadership decisionmaking
Lead expense transformation initiatives, including Concur configuration, audit optimization, automation, and system enhancements, while integrating expenses into broader AP and Finance initiatives and ensuring changes align with SOP governance and control requirements
Why Work at Symetra
Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
"I chose Symetra because I heard it was a pro-employee company-and it's absolutely true. The work environment is supportive, the people are great, and the benefits are generous. Symetra truly cares about its employees. The relaxed atmosphere and opportunities to learn and grow-both within your role and beyond-make it a great place to build your career." - Alicia L., Claims Examiner
"Symetra cares about doing what's right for their customers and that we have a great culture." - Jackie B., Regional Account Manager
What we offer you
Benefits and Perks
We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $96,700 - $161,200 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.
Who You Are:
You have a high school diploma (required), plus a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
4-7 years of relevant experience in expense management, accounts payable, audit, or finance operations
Handson experience owning endtoend Expense programs, including expense reporting, corporate cards, system configuration (e.g., Concur or similar), and audit controls
Strong knowledge of internal controls, compliance, and audit processes, with a proven ability to drive continuous improvement through data and metrics
Effective leader and crossfunctional partner, trusted to guide employees and leaders on Expense policies, exceptions, and complex issues
Experience leading system enhancements and Finance initiatives, including automation, reporting, and SOPaligned process improvements
Insurance/financial services industry experience a plus
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: careers
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
Disqualification from the recruitment process
Withdrawal of a job offer
Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
#LI-BW1
#REMOTE
Expense Accounting Manager!
About the role
As an
Expense Accounting Manager
within Finance, you will lead expense reimbursement and corporate card programs and serve as the expense subject matter expert. You will ensure policy compliance, optimize systems, strengthen controls, and partner crossfunctionally to improve processes, support business objectives, and enhance the employee experience.
What you will do
Own the endtoend expense program, including expense reporting, corporate card administration, system configuration (e.g., Concur), workflows, audit rules, and advanced issue resolution
Ensure compliance and continuous improvement by maintaining strong controls, monitoring performance and audit metrics, optimizing processes, and enhancing the employee experience through datadriven insights
Provide leadership and oversight for expense operations, setting clear expectations, processes, and performance standards while driving accountability for compliance, quality, and service levels
Partner with and influence crossfunctional team members to ensure policy alignment, support training and documentation, and strengthen team capabilities across the expense program
Serve as the primary point of contact, guiding employees and leaders on policy and exceptions, collaborating crossfunctionally to ensure proper transaction treatment, and maximizing reporting and trends to improve user experience, reduce support volume, and inform leadership decisionmaking
Lead expense transformation initiatives, including Concur configuration, audit optimization, automation, and system enhancements, while integrating expenses into broader AP and Finance initiatives and ensuring changes align with SOP governance and control requirements
Why Work at Symetra
Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:
"I chose Symetra because I heard it was a pro-employee company-and it's absolutely true. The work environment is supportive, the people are great, and the benefits are generous. Symetra truly cares about its employees. The relaxed atmosphere and opportunities to learn and grow-both within your role and beyond-make it a great place to build your career." - Alicia L., Claims Examiner
"Symetra cares about doing what's right for their customers and that we have a great culture." - Jackie B., Regional Account Manager
What we offer you
Benefits and Perks
We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
Compensation
Salary Range: $96,700 - $161,200 plus eligibility for the company annual bonus program.
Who You Are:
You have a high school diploma (required), plus a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
4-7 years of relevant experience in expense management, accounts payable, audit, or finance operations
Handson experience owning endtoend Expense programs, including expense reporting, corporate cards, system configuration (e.g., Concur or similar), and audit controls
Strong knowledge of internal controls, compliance, and audit processes, with a proven ability to drive continuous improvement through data and metrics
Effective leader and crossfunctional partner, trusted to guide employees and leaders on Expense policies, exceptions, and complex issues
Experience leading system enhancements and Finance initiatives, including automation, reporting, and SOPaligned process improvements
Insurance/financial services industry experience a plus
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
For more information about our careers visit: careers
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
Disqualification from the recruitment process
Withdrawal of a job offer
Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
#LI-BW1
#REMOTE