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 accounting professional to join our Financial Reporting team in our Birmingham, AL office. This role supports the preparation and analysis of financial results across our life insurance and annuity businesses, including the Protection, Retirement, and Acquisitions segments.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting and financial analysis, along with a collaborative mindset and attention to detail. This position offers the opportunity to partner cross-functionally with accounting, FP&A, and actuarial teams, contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting while supporting ongoing process improvements.

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

Key Responsibilities:

Perform analysis of traditional life product performance, including review of trends and variance drivers

Prepare segment-level reporting packages and disclosures for the Acquisitions segment

Partner with accounting, FP&A, and actuarial teams to understand and communicate financial results

Serve as a primary contact for assigned products or acquisition transactions, including accounting analysis and journal entries

Support quarterly close processes through income statement and balance sheet analytics and explanations

Ensure assigned controls are performed and operating effectively in support of accurate financial reporting

Coordinate with internal teams to improve processes impacting financial reporting and analysis

Support internal and external audit requests and respond to accounting-related inquiries

Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including reducing manual processes

Core Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities):

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial results

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to non-financial partners

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams

Strong organizational skills and commitment to accuracy

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word

Experience performing accounting functions and financial analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Insurance or financial services accounting experience

CPA designation or progress toward certification

Experience with SAP S/4HANA or other ERP systems

Experience with Workiva (Wdesk)

Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot or other AI tools

Financial Reporting Accountant II

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