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Thrivent · 10 hours ago

Manager, Accounting Shared Services

Thrivent is a membership-owned fraternal organization dedicated to helping people achieve financial clarity. The Accounting Shared Services Manager will lead a team providing centralized accounting and Accounts Payable support, focusing on process improvement and operational excellence.

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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

Qualification

Continuous improvementAccounting principlesFinancial reportingERP systemsProcess improvementRisk managementManagerial experienceLeadershipCoachingFinancial services experienceConsultative supportBachelor's degreeAdvanced degreeCommunication

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

Benefits

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
Other employee benefits

Company

Thrivent

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Thrivent is a financial services organization that helps Christians be wise with money and live generously.

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2025 (10)
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2023 (15)
2022 (6)
2021 (2)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Teresa Rasmussen
President & CEO
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Kelly Baker
Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
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