Staff Accountant

FBL Financial Group, Inc. • West Des Moines, IA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an intellectually curious problem solver who enjoys working with numbers. The ideal candidate pays great attention to detail, and has strong organizational and time management skills. If this describes you, this Staff Accountant opportunity could be a great fit for you on our Finance team! Who We Are: At Farm Bureau Financial Services, we make insurance simple so our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance preferred) or equivalent with 1-3+ years of relevant experience.
• Results oriented and possess analytical skills to handle moderately complex processes.
• General knowledge in applicable financial field (such as GAAP, Statutory, retirement plans, state and federal tax laws, payroll, SOX/MAR, etc.).
• Advanced computer skills in order to quickly learn our multiple systems (Excel skills preferred).
• Ability to work independently with occasional direction and in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and analyzing supporting workpapers, reports, and filings, and documenting observations for review.
• Completing accounting, annual budgeting and other work related to the administration of many qualified and non-qualified retirement plans.
• Working with participants to answer questions related to their benefits.
• Monitoring, evaluating and reconciling financial records to ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Career development and educational opportunities.
• Enhanced 401K with a match.
• Low cost health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
• Onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs.
• Daycare center.
• Cafeteria.
• Consideration for a hybrid work arrangement (for many positions).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level