Manager, Accounting Shared Services

We exist to help people achieve financial clarity. At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we are committed to providing financial advice, investments, insurance, banking and generosity programs to help people make the most of all they've been given.

At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them toward financial choices that will help them live the life they want today-and tomorrow.

Job Summary

The Accounting Shared Services Manager will lead a team of accounting and business system professionals providing centralized accounting and Accounts Payable (A/P) support to the organization. The role designs, implements and evaluates innovative accounting solutions that meet business objectives, continuous improvement targets and informs strategic planning. This role will help define and turn the Controller Division strategy into reality for delivering best in class processes. Fostering a culture of ongoing enhancement and operational excellence, the Shared Services Leader will oversee efficiency, promote the utilization of technology, and cultivate talent.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the planning, strategic goals, and objectives of Accounting Shared Services including A/Pand Accounting Services.
• Lead, drive, and influence the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives to increase standardization, optimization, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Controller team.
• Educate the teams on shared services best practices and serve as a subject matter expert on Thrivent's general ledger (ERP) and Concur systems, with a deep understanding of the Treasury Management System (TMS), product administration systems, and related reporting tools.
• Develop a continuous-learning culture where team input, innovation and professional learning opportunities are valued.
• Drive innovation and process improvements through combining best practices in accounting with cloud-based tools, AI, PowerBI and ML to streamline and automate manual work.
• Develop and maintain policies, processes, and procedures for the shared service center, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and best practices and sharing across the Controller team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including, but not limited to leaders in the Controller, Treasury, POM (Product Operating Model), FP&A, Investments, General Counsel, and Procurement teams.
• Recruits, develops, and sustains a high-performing team while promoting a culture of shared accountability, operational excellence, and partnership across the organization.
• Models Thrivent's leadership competencies - Model the Way, Deliver Outcomes and Rally the Team by demonstrating resiliency, working together to make the best decisions, and holding yourself and others accountable.
• Supports and/or develops an environment in which Thrivent employees and colleagues are focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Shapes and/or supports a culture that represents the Thrivent purpose, promise and values, ensuring that Thrivent's trust and reputation remain strong with its clients.
• Understands enterprise and division strategy and applies that knowledge to their work.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Required:

• Proven experience creating a culture of continuous improvement, with demonstrated ability to identify, drive, implement process improvements, lead teams through change, and understand and influence data needs for financial reporting.
• Strong history of setting clear expectations, coaching team members, and reinforcing accountability to drive high performance
• Proven experience leading hybrid teams composed of both exempt and non‑exempt employees.
• Technical proficiency in accounting principles, financial reporting, and relevant accounting software and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
• Track record of addressing operational risk through effective remediation.
• Proven experience driving initiatives that align with organizational strategic roadmaps
• Established track record of delivering strong thought leadership and communication
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field required.
• 7+ years finance/accounting experience or other similar experience.
• 5+ years managerial experience, across multiple disciplines.
• Demonstrated success in providing consultative support to business leaders to meet their reporting and operational needs.

Preferred:

• Self-starter who is passionate about building and scaling processes.
• Advanced degree in finance or professional designation (e.g., CPA, CMA, MBA).
• Financial services experience.

Additional Information

• This position allows a flexible work arrangement meaning you may work on-site and/or remotely from the Minneapolis, MN or Appleton, WI area.

Pay Transparency

Thrivent's long-term growth depends on attracting, rewarding, and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract, reward, and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $114,731.00 - $155,224.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors Thrivent deems important.

Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.

The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including, for example, annual or long-term incentives); medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits, and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivent's plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivent's discretion.

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.