Accounting Executive Administrator

Job Opportunity: Accounting Executive Administrator at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance 

Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As a Accounting Executive Administrator, you’ll be an essential part of our Accounting team, contributing to the success of our organization.

Location: Jackson, MS

Role and Responsibilities: The Accounting Executive Administrator serves the general accounting department in various administrative and clerical capacities as needed. The assistant reconciles various accounts, serves as backup for the daily distribution of checks produced through the company's disbursement systems, and assists with scheduling events & meetings.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform administrative duties for General Accounting such as travel, scheduling, handling phone calls and correspondence, and coordinating meetings & department events. This includes support for the CFO, Controller, Directors, Managers, and Supervisors in accounting.
• Reconcile and perform general bookkeeping of select ledger accounts, including follow-up of suspense accounts and accounts receivable/payable.
• Enter Northern Trust (multiple accounts) wires.
• Maintain departmental files, both paper and electronic, for the Vice President. Examples include Regions Bank and Northern Trust Bank wire confirmations, as well as variable fund confirmations and statements.
• Distribute mail to accounting employees and maintain office supplies for the department.
• Submit invoices for other departments as needed, including Facility Management.
• Perform monthly variable trade journal entries and calculate cash transfers between Regions accounts.
• Prepare drafts of routine letters, memos and reports for use by the Vice President and General Accounting managers, which can be reviewed, edited or revised.
• Process departmental financial or tax filings as needed, including backup of bi-weekly tax withholding.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a business-related field or minimum 3 years comparable administrative/accounting support experience
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to perform math calculations and basic accounting

Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:

1. Health Insurance:
   • Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
   • Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
   • Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
2. Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
   • Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
   • Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
3. Weight Management Programs:
   • Customized weight management plans.
   • Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
4. Employee Engagement:
   • Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
   • Fun teambuilding activities.
5. Annual events for employees and their families
   • Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
   • Family Fun Night
6. Onsite Cafe:
   • Convenient access to nutritious meals.
   • Promoting healthy eating habits.
7. Learning & Development:
   • Continuous learning opportunities.
   • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
8. Mentorship Programs:
   • Pairing employees with mentors.
   • Professional growth and guidance.
9. Promotional Opportunities:
   • Advancement within the company.
   • Career growth prospects.
10. Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
    • Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
    • Retirement planning.
11. Volunteer Days:
    • Paid time off for volunteering.
    • Contributing to the community.