Participation Accountant Job North Platte area,Nebraska USA,Accounting

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

We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

Protective is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented professional to support profit-sharing retrospective programs within the Asset Protection Division (APD). As part of the Participation Accounting team, this role is responsible for the calculation, reconciliation, reporting, and administration of profit-sharing arrangements while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and reconcile profit-sharing retrospective program accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
Calculate, validate, and support the timely processing of profit-sharing payouts in accordance with contractual agreements
Analyze financial and operational data to monitor program performance and identify trends, variances, or discrepancies
Prepare and maintain supporting documentation, schedules, and reports for internal and external stakeholders
Assist with internal and external audit activities, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements
Partner with cross-functional teams to research issues, resolve discrepancies, and improve reporting accuracy
Identify and recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, controls, and data integrity
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Core Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts, including GAAP
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze and reconcile large datasets
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple assignments independently
Knowledge of profit-sharing, participation accounting, or retrospective financial programs

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 1-2 years of accounting, finance, financial analysis, or program analysis experience
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience interpreting financial data and performing account reconciliations
Understanding of GAAP and financial reporting practices
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of accounting, finance, participation accounting, or insurance-related financial analysis experience
Experience supporting profit-sharing, retrospective rating, participation accounting, or similar insurance programs
Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle
CPA, CPA candidate, or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
Experience working successfully in a remote or virtual environment

The internal title for this role is Analyst General Accounting.

Employee Benefits

comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
mental health benefits
employee assistance program
paid time off
paid parental leave
short-term disability
cultural observance day
contributions to healthcare accounts
pension plan
401(k) plan with Company matching
Pro Health Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

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