Protective
Protective2mo ago
USD 52500–90000/yr

Accounting Analyst / Analyst II

United StatesBirminghamFull Timemid
OtherAccounting Analyst
0 views0 saves0 applied
Apply Now

Quick Summary

Overview

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,

Technical Tools
OtherAccounting Analyst
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 Life is seeking an Accounting Analyst or Analyst II to support our Managed Separate Accounts team. In this role, you will work closely with third party resources on daily operational processes, securities accounting, custody activities, and issue resolution. You will also support internal line of business teams, external investment managers, and Protective’s Accounting and SAP teams.
 
This position plays a key role in daily trade and cash operations, general ledger activity, reconciliations, quarter-end close processes, and providing audit and regulatory support. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, a solid accounting foundation, and the ability to work accurately and efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Coordinate with business units, administrative system teams, third party resources, and investment managers to launch new business, including portfolio setup and changes.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts related to trading activity and cash movement across multiple entities.
  • Review and investigate differences in daily holdings reconciliations, unit reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, and other daily accounting reports from a third party resource.
  • Review daily cash and custody reconciliations, resolving breaks or discrepancies as needed.
  • Prepare general ledger entries and quarter‑end financial reporting to support the close process.
  • Communicate with Executive Benefits administrative systems teams and internal partners regarding operational and accounting issues.
  • Coordinate with third party resources and investment managers on voluntary corporate actions related to portfolio securities.
  • Maintain and update procedures related to third party resource services and internal processes.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and quality across operational workflows.
  • Lead process improvements in collaboration with teams across Protective Life and third party resources.
  • Support seamless integration of new acquisitions into established processes.
  • Respond to requests for information from auditors and regulatory bodies.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
  • High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines.
  • Self‑motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
  • Strong leadership qualities, sound judgment, and professionalism under pressure.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex accounting and operational issues clearly.
  • Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliation processes.
  • Familiarity with investment accounting principles and custody operations is preferred.
  • Experience with SAP general ledger systems is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
  • Master of Accountancy, Master of Business Administration, or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of relevant accounting or finance experience, ideally in public accounting or corporate accounting. 
  • Experience with investment accounting systems, SAP general ledger, or financial services operations is preferred.

    • Listing Details

    Posted
    February 18, 2026
    First seen
    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    April 22, 2026

    Posting Health

    Days active
    27
    Repost count
    0
    Trust Level
    44%
    Scored at
    April 23, 2026

    Signal breakdown

    freshnesssource trustcontent trustemployer trust
    Apply for this position
    Protective
    Protective
    lever
    Employees
    3k+
    Founded
    1907
    Domain
    protective.com
    Jobs
    View 60 jobs
    View company profile

    4 other jobs at Protective

    View all →

    Explore open roles at Protective.

    Protective
    Variable Annuity Product - Senior Actuarial Director
    USD 152000–210000
    Full Time    Protective
    Sr. Director – Marketing Strategy, Group Benefits, Protection and Retirement (Remote)
    USD 175000–200000
    Full Time    Protective
    Senior Internal Wholesaler (Remote)
    USD 60000–60000
    Full Time    Protective
    Vice President, Head of Group Benefits Products
    USD 188000–325000
    Full Time

    Similar Accounting Analyst jobs

    View all →
    RocketlabRocketlab
    Senior Cost Accounting Analyst II
    USD 110000-135000
    S
    Sixthstreet
    Accounting Analyst
    IconiqIconiq
    Senior Accounting Analyst
    $110k–$120k/yr
    IconiqIconiq
    Senior Accounting Analyst
    $105k–$120k/yr
    EbanxEbanx
    Senior Accounting Analyst | Argentina
    E
    EqtcorporationRemote
    Senior Accounting Analyst - Operations
    Remote

    Browse Similar Jobs

    Healthcare8.9kPersonal Trainer4.9kIn Home Personal Trainer4.8kFitness & Wellness2.5kAmerican Logistics Authority2.3kSoftware Engineer Intern2.1kBehavioral Health1.9kHuman Resources (legacy human-resources)1.9kSocial Work & Counseling1.6kPart1.6kManager1.4kPart Time Assistant Manager1.3kSocial Worker934Hospitality & Food Service880Director846Staff Engineer825Adult Social Worker766Consultant749Adult Social Worker Mash/Safeguarding709Social Work707
    Newsletter

    Stay ahead of the market

    Get the latest job openings, salary trends, and hiring insights delivered to your inbox every week.

    A
    B
    C
    D
    Join 12,000+ marketers

    No spam. Unsubscribe at any time.

    ProtectiveAccounting Analyst / Analyst IIUSD 52500–90000
    Apply Now