Financial Reporting Accountant II - Separate Accounts

Protective ‚Ä¢ Birmingham, AL ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $63,500–$85,000 / year

Posted on Sat, Jul 18, 2026

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.
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
Exposure to insurance accounting or separate accounts environments
Master’s degree in Accounting or related field

$63,500 - $85,000 a year Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $63,500 to $85,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees. The internal title for this role is Analyst II Financial Reporting.
Employee Benefits:We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth 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 [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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