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Accountant - Rotational Program

COUNTRY Financial
  • Bloomington, Illinois
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

    We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

    About the role

    Launch your accounting career with an opportunity unlike any other at COUNTRY Financial. As a member of the new Controllers Rotational Program, you'll gain hands-on experience across multiple accounting and finance disciplines while building a deep understanding of how a leading insurance organization operates. Over a structured two-year journey, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful business initiatives, and develop expertise in financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and insurance finance. If you're curious, analytical, eager to learn, and excited by the idea of exploring multiple career paths while making an immediate impact, this role was designed for you.

    This role can expect to perform general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements in compliance with defined controls, standards, and regulations. You can also expect to compile and analyze financial information, and contribute to meaningful process improvements.

    How does this role make an impact?

    Actual work may vary based on business need to include any/all of the following:  


    • Prepares, analyzes, and reconciles financial transactions, account balances, and supporting schedules in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), company policies, and regulatory requirements.
    • Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
    • Analyzes financial data and accounting records to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvements.
    • Identifies, implements, and maintains effective internal controls and supports compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
    • Contributes to special projects, system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and other departmental priorities.
    • Prepares and delivers presentations and project updates to management and stakeholders.
    • Maintains confidentiality of financial information and exercises sound professional judgment in performing assigned responsibilities.

    Do you have what we're looking for?

    • Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

    Base Pay Range:

    $54,800-$75,350

    The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

    Incentive Pay:

    In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

    Why work with us?

    Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

    You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.

    COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

    Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBloomington, Illinois
    IndustryInsurance
    Year Founded1925
    Websitehttps://www.countryfinancial.com/

    About Company

    COUNTRY® Financial is a highly rated Fortune 1,000 insurance and financial services company. We’ve been around since 1925 and offer a full range of insurance and financial services from auto, home and life insurance to estate planning services, investment management and annuities.

    Our passion is helping families achieve financial security, no matter where they’re starting from –and we are actively looking for entrepreneurial-spirited individuals who share this passion to join our agency team.
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    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Analysisunmatched
    • Financial Complianceunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Financial Statementsunmatched
    • Financial Transactionsunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Investment Servicesunmatched
    • Journal Entriesunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Reconciliationunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
    • Small Companyunmatched
    • Standards Developmentunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Variance Analysisunmatched

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