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About the role
The Administrative Assistant will support the Tax Department and function as anOffice Manager. In this role you will provide a range of clerical/administrative support tasks including the organization, prioritization, and coordination of work including confidential information. The ideal candidate for this role will reside in commuting distance of our office in Bellevue, Washington, and be willing to come in as needed (typically no more than once per month). This is not a requirement for consideration.
Responsibilities
- Compose/edit/proofread a variety of correspondence, reports, policies, forms, and other printed or electronic materials.
- Create and maintain organizational filing systems.
- Mail out tax returns and correspondence.
- Reviewing, scanning and forwarding incoming communication.
- Maintaining tax return documentation and historical records in SharePoint and other systems.
- Assisting with tracking deliverables and maintaining project management system in SharePoint.
- Supporting departmental transformation projects to increase efficiency across tax department.
- Supporting regulatory filings and other finance activities.
- Assisting team members with other administrative tasks as assigned.
What we offer you
"If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work." Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development
"Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences." Darrell J. - Actuary III
"Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions." Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst
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
$21.00 - $35.19/hourly plus eligibility for annual bonus program
Your education, experience and skills
- High School Diploma.
- At least 2 years of related experience.
- Able to operate at a high level of integrity with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Detail oriented, self motivated, and able to multi-task and problem solve with minimal direction.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of follow up and responsiveness.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, emphasis on SharePoint.
- Experience with tax administrative matters preferred.
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, 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 dynamic and growing financial services company with 60 years of experience and customers nationwide. In our daily work delivering retirement, employee benefits, and life insurance products, we're guided by the principles of VALUE, TRANSPARENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY. That means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and honestly so people understand what they're getting, and we build products that stand the test of time. We work hard and do what's right for our customers, communities, and employees. Join our team and share in our success as we work toward becoming the next national player in our industry.
For more information about our careers visit https://symetra.eightfold.ai/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 andmust maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
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