About this Position We are looking for an Accountant to join our Finance Department. Responsibilities and Qualifications Responsibilities: Assist in the month-end and quarter-end closing process including posting of accruals and adjusting journal entries Perform data reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of information received from different sources on a monthly and quarterly basis Prepare and reconcile monthly and quarterly Blackline reconciliations, ensure timely follow-up and resolution of outstanding items Prepare and submit monthly expense variance analysis for all the entities as well as at the consolidated level Coordinate the receipt of explanations from cost center leaders for getting explanations related to variances above threshold Respond to enquiries from cost center leaders Prepare quarterly claims reconciliation and mortality report Prepare various tax related information and assist in the preparation of year -end income tax provisions and tax returns of Primerica’s Canadian entities Assist in reconciling notices of assessment and other tax related information Review accounts payable invoices report to ensure various jurisdictional sales tax have been captured accurately Assist in handling various tax matters related to segregated funds and mutual funds when needed Assist in the preparation of various statutory and regulatory reports, returns and statements Prepare Statistics Canada surveys and other supporting schedules related to life insurance business Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or diploma preferably in accounting. Pursing CPA or other local or international accounting qualification an asset A minimum of two years financial accounting experience preferably in financial services company Knowledge of cost accounting and prior experience of performing variance analysis is preferable Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills Flexible to work in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision Results-driven and highly detail-oriented Proficient in MS Office including advanced Excel skills It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives. Primerica is a leading provider of financial products and services to middle-income families in the United States and Canada. Since 1977, Primerica has provided essential financial services and products that have helped millions of middle-income households protect their families and save for the future. We insure over 5.7 million lives and have over 2.9 million client investment accounts. Headquartered in metro Atlanta, Primerica is a Fortune 1000 company with over 3,400 employees located in the U.S. and Canada. Our employees are an integral part of achieving Primerica’s mission in creating more financially independent families and supporting more than 141,000 licensed financial representatives across North America. The Company’s competitive salaries, award-winning benefits packages, and employee recognition programs are just a few of the reasons the average employee tenure is 13 years. Awards and Recognitions Forbes America’s Best Midsize Employers Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces USA Today’s Top Workplaces USA Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Top Workplaces #1 Most Trusted Life Insurance Company by Investor’s Business Daily #3 Most Trusted Financial Company by Investor’s Business Daily Our stock is traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “PRI.” If you need an accommodation with any part of the application process, please email Recruiting@primerica.com. www.primerica.com PRIMERICA CAREERS Don't see a job that you are interested in? Introduce yourself and submit your resume to our recruiters. We'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.
