Financial Accountant
About The Position
Looking for more than just a job? You’ve found it. At Pekin Insurance, you’re not a number—you’re part of something bigger. For over 100 years, we’ve built a community where people are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Here, you’ll find a workplace where collaboration is real, ideas are welcome, and the work you do truly matters. We’re proud to help people through life’s toughest moments—and it’s our people who make that possible. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, take on meaningful challenges, and grow in ways that matter to you. This is your opportunity to belong, thrive, and make a difference—right here at Pekin Insurance. Position Overview The Financial Accountant is responsible for completing all accounting related transactions timely and accurately in adherence to the close schedule. These duties consistently require the exercise of discretion and independent judgment and require knowledge necessary to analyze, interpret, and assist in decision making. This area is responsible for both P&C and Life accounting operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Typically requires 1-3 years accounting experience
- communicate effectively in both oral and written form
- define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusion
- analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
- analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data
- read, analyze, and interpret accounting and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents
- situational analysis and judgment in making critical decisions
- filing, bookkeeping, recording, and computational skills
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Microsoft Office software
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Professional accounting or insurance designations preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepares journal entries and reconciles various accounts
- Responsible for maintaining accounting structure and close schedules
- Communicates effectively with internal and external customers
- Responsible for administration and documentation of internal controls
- Promotes continuous process improvement within the accounting areas
- Works closely with the Financial Reporting team to ensure all financial data is accurate and timely for the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements
- Assists with monthly processing of statistical data needed for financials
- Reconciles bank statements and accounts monthly
- Assists with external audit requests
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays
- Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule
- Paid Volunteer Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
