Financial Operations Associate at Protective

This role is designed for an entry-level professional with one to two years of experience in accounting or financial analysis who wants to specialize in IT spending and capital planning. You should have a solid grasp of fixed asset accounting and feel comfortable managing prepaid sub-ledgers. **What makes it worth a look...** It is a stable path into corporate finance within a massive insurance firm, offering a clear salary floor of $52,500 and a predictable hybrid schedule in Birmingham. You get to work directly on high-level IT strategy by managing hardware and software budgets rather than just doing general bookkeeping. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Frequently use VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs, and pivot tables to organize large datasets. * Understand the mechanics of monthly accruals and amortization entries. * Can explain to a tech manager why their department went over budget without using confusing jargon. * Have a degree in Accounting or Finance and are considering pursuing a CPA or MBA.