Staff Accountant - job 1 of 2

Physicians Mutual’s Accounting team is hiring! The Staff Accountant is responsible for establishing and adhering to Model Audit Rule controls. Supports all activities related to the implementation and utilization of a computer-based system to provide required planning, production, inventory control, distribution and accounts payable for all Company areas.

Duties include:

• Builds and maintains system reports for various Company areas.
• Works with internal and external sources to resolve questions concerning inventory balances.
• Works closely with the Accounting Support staff to establish process improvements and reporting.
• Performs miscellaneous accounting duties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree with a major in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Information System required.
• 2-3 years’ experience in an insurance, financial institution, or public accounting position with a strong understanding of financial/accounting concepts required.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel and Microsoft Word), database reporting software, General Ledger software and the ability to utilize personal computer for financial report preparation.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with various internal and external personnel.
• Ability to adhere to internal control procedures to ensure protection of Company assets.
• Works with minimal supervision, manages own time effectively, maintains control over all current projects/responsibilities. Follows up on all relevant issues.
• Ability to recognize deviations from established corporate policies, business processes/internal controls.
• Motivation to go beyond established guidelines and procedures to improve internal control and workflow.
  

About us:

Health. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. That’s what Insurance for all of us® is about.

The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Life Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual Insurance Company offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance (and now, pet insurance!). Physicians Life Insurance Company provides important Medicare Supplement and life insurance coverage. The company additionally offers coverage for funeral pre-planning to help meet the growing needs of funeral home owners and the families they serve.

Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nation’s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring we’ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the future. But the achievement we’re most proud of? We have a 95% customer approval rating — a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.