Financial Accountant

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:

1. 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.
2. Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
• Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
• Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
3. Weight Management Programs:
• Customized weight management plans.
• Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
4. Employee Engagement:
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Fun teambuilding activities.
5. Annual events for employees and their families
• Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
• Family Fun Night
6. Onsite Cafe:
• Convenient access to nutritious meals.
• Promoting healthy eating habits.
7. Learning & Development:
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education.
8. Mentorship Programs:
• Pairing employees with mentors.
• Professional growth and guidance.
9. Promotional Opportunities:
• Advancement within the company.
• Career growth prospects.
10. Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
• Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
• Retirement planning.
11. Volunteer Days:
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Contributing to the community.

 

Southern Farm Bureau is a business that offers life, auto and home insurance.