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Financial Reporting Accountant II - Separate Accounts

Job in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listing for: Protective Life Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, Tax Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Tax Accountant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 85000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 85000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

Wehelp protect our customers against life’s uncertainties.

Regardless ofwhere you work within the company, you’ll behelping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

Join a collaborative and highly visible financial reporting team supporting Separate Accounts within a leading insurance environment. In this role, you will contribute to critical monthly and quarterly close processes, prepare financial statements, and support audits for multiple entities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to deepen technical expertise in GAAP/STAT reporting while partnering cross-functionally with actuarial, reinsurance, IT, and audit teams. The position offers strong exposure to complex insurance accounting and a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

This is a Hybrid role which reports to the office 3 times a week.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the monthly and quarterly financial close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting deliverables
  • Prepare and peer review financial statements in compliance with GAAP and STAT requirements for separate account entities
  • Assist with annual audits, including preparation of schedules and coordination with external auditors
  • Perform general ledger analyses and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners including actuarial, reinsurance, IT systems, and internal audit teams
  • Contribute to preparation of internal financial reporting packages
  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and reporting quality
  • Participate in special projects and respond to ad hoc reporting requests
  • Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve discrepancies
Core Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities)
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, including GAAP and statutory reporting
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, formulas such as SUMIF)
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
  • High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy
  • Effective organizational and time management skills in a deadline-driven environment
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing workloads
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across teams
  • Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and initiative
Minimum Requirements
  • Advanced degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Accounting
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
  • Experience working in corporate accounting, financial reporting, or public accounting environments
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with general ledger systems (SAP preferred)
  • Experience with month-end and quarter-end close processes
  • Audit or audit preparation experience{ "Internal title for this role is Analyst II Financial Reporting. #LI-AP1", "Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability", "We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed ..." }
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