The Company: Aflac Columbus
The Location:GA, US, 31999
The Division: Financial Services
Job Id: 8193
Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000
Job Posting End Date: September 12, 2025

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
• 3 years of experience in a financial systems, financial analyst, or audit role with a strong focus on financial systems
• Proven experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365) and financial reporting tools
  Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

• Master’s Degree in Related field
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP)
• Experience designing, implementing, and testing internal controls
• Experience with financial control software
• Experience in a SOX-compliant environment

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE?

• Strong proficiency in financial software and accounting principles
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling)
• Familiarity with database concepts and querying tools (e.g., SQL)
• Understanding of data integration and ETL processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to analyze complex data sets and identify trends, anomalies, and root causes of issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, self-motivated, and a quick learner
• Knowledge of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in finance preferred

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers and maintains financial control systems (e.g., ERP modules, financial reporting tools, reconciliation systems).
• Identifies opportunities for system enhancements, automation, and process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Leads or supports the implementation of new financial systems or upgrades, including requirements gathering, system configuration, testing, and user training.
• Designs, documents, and implements robust internal controls within financial systems to prevent errors, fraud, and ensure data integrity; monitors the effectiveness of existing controls and recommends corrective actions as needed.
• Ensures financial systems comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, GAAP, IFRS) and internal company policies.
• Supports internal and external audits by providing system-generated reports, documentation, and explanations of system functionalities.
• Develops and generates financial reports, dashboards, and analyses to support decision-making and performance monitoring; ensures the accuracy and consistency of financial data across various systems; troubleshoots data discrepancies and system-related issues, providing timely resolutions.
• Provides technical and functional support to end-users of financial systems; develops and delivers training programs and documentation to ensure effective system utilization by finance personnel.
• Acts as a liaison between finance and IT departments, translating business requirements into technical specifications.
• Manages or participates in finance-related projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project objectives; develops project plans, tracks progress, and communicates status to stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Designation. Depending on your location within the continental US, this role may be hybrid or remote.

• If you live within 50 miles of the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be hybrid. This means you will be expected to work in the office for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.
• If you live more than 50 miles from the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be remote. This means you will be expected to work from your home, within the continental US. If the role is remote, there may be occasions that you are requested to come to the office based on business need. Any requests to come to the office would be communicated with you in advance