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Protective has helped people achieve protection and security in their lives for over 117 years.
The Role
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 Protective’s Investment Accounting team and support an $80B investment portfolio within a stable, well-established insurance organization. This role is designed for an accountant with a solid foundation in GAAP who is ready to specialize in investment and insurance accounting.
You’ll gain hands-on exposure to fixed income investments, complex financial data, and statutory reporting while working closely with accounting, investment operations, and asset management partners. This is an excellent next step for someone looking to move beyond general accounting into a long-term investment accounting career path.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform investment accounting activities supporting month-end close, including reconciliations, data validation, and variance analysis.
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of investment data within Protective’s accounting systems and reporting tools.
- Support GAAP and Statutory financial reporting, including quarterly and management reporting deliverables.
- Partner with accounting, investment operations, asset management, and accounting policy teams to resolve data and reporting issues.
- Assist with onboarding new investment assets and ensuring accurate system setup and reporting alignment.
- Support implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency within investment accounting workflows.
- Participate in system testing, enhancements, and special projects related to investment accounting platforms.
- Create and maintain process documentation to support consistency, controls, and scalability.
- Support ad hoc reporting, analysis, and cross-training initiatives across the team.
Core Competencies (Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities):
- Working knowledge of investment accounting or securities accounting concepts.
- Understanding of fixed income investments and financial instruments; derivatives exposure a plus.
- Knowledge of GAAP; Statutory accounting experience preferred.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work accurately with large data sets.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to take ownership of work and follow projects through to completion.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited university (Master's a plus)
- 3+ years of accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Technically proficient with accounting systems and an understanding of system and process flows.
- Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams inside and outside the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Investment or insurance accounting experience
- Exposure to insurance industry accounting, including Statutory reporting.
- Experience with PAM or a similar investment accounting system.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or progress toward CPA.
- Experience supporting system implementations, process improvements, or automation initiatives.
- Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
The internal title for this role is Analyst II General Accounting.
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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.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan alongside a 401(k) with employer match is repeatedly highlighted and considered a standout feature. Feedback suggests these offerings provide strong long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage are complemented by HSA/FSA options with company contributions and wellness incentives. Feedback suggests the breadth of health benefits is comprehensive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holidays are frequently cited as positives, with parental leave and adoption assistance available. Feedback suggests time‑off policies support work‑life balance.
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The Company
What We Do
Protective Life Corporation (Protective) provides financial services through the production, distribution and administration of insurance and investment products throughout the United States. Protective traces its roots to its flagship company founded in 1907, Protective Life Insurance Company. Throughout its more than 110-year history, Protective’s growth and success can be largely attributed to its ongoing commitment to serving people and doing the right thing — for its employees, distributors and, most importantly, its customers. Protective’s home office is located in Birmingham, Alabama, and its 3,000+ employees work across the United States. As of June 30, 2020, Protective had assets of approximately $123 billion. Protective Life Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings,
