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Financial Systems Analyst

COUNTRY Financial · Bloomington, IL · $64,800–$89,100 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How do you keep a close schedule so Controllers hit reporting deadlines?

What they are checking: Whether they track dependencies and follow up early so close does not slip.

Tell me about a time you improved a process or system to make it more efficient.

What they are checking: Whether they look for improvements, as the posting asks, and measure the result.

How do you explain an accounting need to IT developers who do not know accounting?

What they are checking: Whether they can bridge the gap between finance and technology teams.

What would you do

You are representing accounting on a project that changes the ledger. What requirements would you make sure are covered?

What they are checking: Whether they think about chart of accounts, controls, reporting and reconciliation before go-live.

A business user asks for a custom report from the ledger. How do you approach building it?

What they are checking: Whether they clarify the need and data source before building.

About the work

Walk me through how a transaction in a business system, like a claim payment, ends up in the general ledger.

What they are checking: Whether they understand subledgers, interfaces and posting rules end to end.

An interface between a business system and the ledger does not balance. How do you find the problem?

What they are checking: Whether they can trace records between systems and spot dropped, duplicated or mapped-wrong entries.

How do you test a system change to make sure it does not break the general ledger?

What they are checking: Whether they plan test cases with expected entries and reconcile results.

What controls would you want in place around manual journal entries?

What they are checking: Whether they understand segregation of duties, approvals and support for entries.

How strong are your Excel and SQL skills, and how have you used them in accounting work?

What they are checking: Whether they can analyze large data sets to support reconciliations and analysis.

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The full job description

As published by COUNTRY Financial.

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role Responsible for the development, implementation, analysis and maintenance of business systems impacting the general ledger. Completes journal entries and account reconciliations related to the business system processes. Establishes and maintains accounting policies and control within the general ledger. How does this role make an impact? • Represents the department in providing recommendations related to projects that impact the ledger which includes requirements, report building, assisting in testing and implementation. • Reviews or completes account reconciliations, interface balancing, and the processing of journal entries in an accurate and timely manner. • Updates and maintains close schedules to keep Controllers on track to meet the financial reporting deadlines. • Completes analysis regarding processes, systems, or other inquiries from internal/external departments and provides feedback or recommendations. • Evaluates the operating efficiencies of systems, procedures, and workflow related to accounting operations for the department. Makes recommendations and implements any improvements identified. • Serves as the accounting department liaison to Technology regarding business systems. • Trains staff on financial transactions that occur within these business systems. Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. Base Pay Range: $64,800-$89,100 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

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