Senior Accountant

Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition:
MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management to individual and institutional customers. We're united by our purpose to help our customers and each other create a confident future; we're guided by empathy; and we're inspired by each other to make a difference in the lives of our coworkers, customers, communities, and the world at large. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
The Senior Accountant role is part of MetLife's Group Benefits Finance team, which sits within the broader Finance organization and plays a critical role in supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for the Group Benefits business. This team is responsible for ensuring compliance with GAAP, maintaining reliable accounting records, and supporting key financial processes that enable effective decision-making across the organization.
The Senior Accountant will assist in the preparation of financial statements and support the month-end close process, including expense analysis and accruals. Responsibilities include preparing detailed expense schedules, recording payroll entries and related accruals, and ensuring accurate calculation of monthly commissions. The role will also manage monthly allocations, reconcile corporate credit card expenses, and record bank activity to the general ledger. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will provide documentation and analysis for internal and external audits and perform other duties as needed to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Month-end and quarter-end close activities for assigned Group Benefits products, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Create Journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules that maintain compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements.
• Oversee The integrity of financial reporting processes, including adherence to internal controls and SOX compliance standards.
• Manage Documentation and deliverables for internal and external audits, providing clear analysis and explanations to auditors and stakeholders.
• Develop Written analyses of financial results, variance explanations, and supporting schedules that inform leadership decisions and drive operational excellence.
• Coordinate Collaboration across Finance and business teams to resolve issues, improve processes, and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:

• 2+ years accounting experience in public or corporate setting.
• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with different levels of organization
• Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter

• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions independently; escalate issues appropriately
• Ability to participate in interactive meetings on a regular and predictable basis

Preferred:

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• Experience in health insurance industry preferred
• Experience with Netsuite

At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
The expected salary range for this position is $55,600 - $90,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liabilities.
$55,600 - $90,000