Senior Financial Analyst (Remote - United States)

Protective Life Corporation; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector seeks a Financial Analyst to support profitability analysis and projections for its major product lines. The role requires a strong background in finance or accounting, with responsibilities in reporting and strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience and demonstrate advanced analytical skills, contributing to the company’s overall performance.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of financial/insurance experience necessary.
• Knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting required.
• Self-directed with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze profitability of APD product lines and develop financial reports.
• Support financial reporting and assist in monthly close process.
• Coordinate financial projections including for potential acquisitions.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree and/or CPA certification

Tools

MS Excel

SQL

Power BI

SAP

Workiva

Job description

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.

Analyze the profitability of APD’s major product lines and programs. Focus on developing reports and analytics to support financial operations and special requests, including cost/benefit analysis, compensation analysis, budget/forecast projections, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives. Assist the Financial Reporting team with the monthly close process through maintaining operational and statistical reports, reconciling, and analyzing results.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Analysis — Support APD’s major product lines and programs, including identifying, analyzing, and reporting profitability and other trends to Management; and handling special requests.
2. Financial Reporting Support — Develop and maintain reports for the Financial Reporting team, reconcile and analyze results. Oversee development and coordinate reconciliation related to the automated journal entry processing initiative.
3. Financial Projections — Assist in the development and preparation of APD financial projections and plans, including those for potential acquisitions.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Regular contact with Senior Management, as well as personnel in Sales, Marketing, Compliance, Claims, Risk Management, and Product Management Departments.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, with a Master’s degree and/or CPA certification highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Excel and SQL, including Microsoft SQL Server.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of financial/insurance experience necessary.
• Power BI, SAP, and Workiva experience preferred.
• AS400 query skills a plus.

Requirements:

• Self-directed individual with good judgment in planning and organizing, and strong data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, GAAP, statutory accounting, and strong interpersonal skills are required.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $115,000 per year

Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $75,000 to $115,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including location, skills, and experience. This range is part of the total compensation package, which may include additional incentives based on performance.

Employee Benefits:

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, mental health benefits, employee assistance programs, paid time off, parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day. Financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) with company matching. Employees are encouraged to participate in ProHealth Rewards for wellbeing and cash rewards.

Eligibility for benefits may vary by position according to the company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities:

If you require an accommodation to complete the application process due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. This information will be kept confidential and used solely to provide appropriate accommodations.

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.