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Job Opportunity: Financial Accountant at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As a Financial Accountant, you’ll be an essential part of our Accounting team, contributing to the success of our organization.
Position: Financial Accountant Location: Jackson, MS
Role and Responsibilities: The Financial Accountant prepares, analyzes, or manages the completion of all internal/external financial reporting and assures that reporting is performed in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. The Financial Accountant also provides assistance to the Controller and Chief Financial Officer as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA preferred or actively working towards obtaining CPA
- Successful completion of the Wonderlic test
- Basic skills using Microsoft Word and Excel
- Basic analytical skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong office administration and organizational skills
The role responsibilities are:
- Quarterly and annual financial statement filings with the NAIC, state departments of insurance, and industry-related rating agencies (A. M. Best, ACLI, Weiss, etc.).
- Quarterly financial statement presentations, notes, & analysis for Board of Directors meetings, including PowerPoint presentations.
- Monthly internal financial statements and related workpapers and related requests by management for the analysis of specific financial statement line items.
- General ledger setup maintenance including assistance with changes to various file feeds to/from peripheral systems. Also includes testing enhancements to these systems and processes as needed.
- Policy accounting research of complex policy accounting questions or problems, requiring a thorough understanding of various policy transactions and procedures.
- Audit workpaper compilation and scheduling of tasks associated with the annual external audit.
- Separate Account and subsidiary financial statements and supporting analytical workpapers.
- Assist with other General Accounting functions as needed/requested by the Controller
Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health Insurance:
- Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
- Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
- Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
- Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
- Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
- Weight Management Programs:
- Customized weight management plans.
- Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Employee Engagement:
- Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
- Fun teambuilding activities.
- Annual events for employees and their families
- Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
- Family Fun Night
- Onsite Cafe:
- Convenient access to nutritious meals.
- Promoting healthy eating habits.
- Learning & Development:
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for further education.
- Mentorship Programs:
- Pairing employees with mentors.
- Professional growth and guidance.
- Promotional Opportunities:
- Advancement within the company.
- Career growth prospects.
- Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
- Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
- Retirement planning.
- Volunteer Days:
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Contributing to the community.