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Financial Accountant

Southern Farm Bureau Life

Jackson, MS

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Board Meeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Employee Assistance Plan, External Audit, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Fitness, General Ledger Accounting, Health Maintenance, Health Plan, Insurance, Life Insurance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventive Medicine, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Retirement Planning, Team Building, Testing, Time Management, Tuition Reimbursement, Weight Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jackson, MS
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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:
  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.
  • 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.


    Equal Opportunity Employer
    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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