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Protective has helped people achieve protection and security in their lives for over 117 years.
The Role
Lead preparation and review of GAAP-compliant financial statements, manage external audits, perform operational/financial audits, oversee month-end close, consolidations, and management reporting for multi-entity structures. Research accounting guidance, enforce policies, analyze balance sheet and income statement variances, prepare board and quarterly reporting packages, and drive process and control improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 a Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting to join a fully remote team. This role is responsible for the preparation, accuracy, and timely delivery of financial statements in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements across a multi-entity structure.
This position plays a critical leadership role in financial reporting and audit readiness, serving as a key point of contact for external auditors and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, audit experience, and the ability to lead complex reporting processes while driving continuous improvement across financial reporting and controls.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
- Lead coordination and execution of external audits, serving as primary point of contact for audit requests
- Plan and perform operational and financial audits, developing recommendations based on findings
- Research and interpret accounting guidance; develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures
- Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and monthly close deliverables
- Analyze balance sheet and income statement fluctuations, identifying root causes and trends
- Support monthly consolidation of multiple entities and preparation of management reporting packages
- Prepare board materials, annual audit reports, and quarterly financial reporting packages
- Lead initiatives to enhance reporting processes, controls, and operational efficiency
- Support ad hoc analysis, special projects, and cross-functional initiatives
Core Competencies (skills, knowledge and abilities):
- Advanced knowledge of US GAAP and/or statutory accounting principles
- Strong technical accounting research and interpretation skills
- Proven ability to manage audits and maintain audit readiness
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data analysis)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
- Effective communication skills with ability to interface with auditors and leadership
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Independent thinker with strong ownership mindset and accountability
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or statutory reporting
- Experience supporting or leading external audit processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
- Experience reviewing financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Public accounting (audit/assurance) experience highly preferred
- Active CPA license or progress toward certification
- Experience with statutory reporting
- Insurance industry experience (life, annuity, or related)
- Experience working with multi-entity reporting structures
- Experience managing audit-readiness and external audit coordination
The internal title for this role is Sr. Analyst 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and/or statutory reporting
- Experience supporting or leading external audit processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
- Experience reviewing financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Public accounting (audit/assurance) experience
- Active CPA license or progress toward certification
- Experience with statutory reporting
- Insurance industry experience (life, annuity, or related)
- Experience working with multi-entity reporting structures
- Experience managing audit-readiness and external audit coordination
Protective Life Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Protective Life and has not been reviewed or approved by Protective Life.
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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,
