Accountant 1

Duluth, GA

Full time

R-398:092026

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In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the second consecutive year. In 2024, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Primerica as a Top Workplace for the eleventh consecutive year, and Forbes recognized Primerica as one of America’s Best Employers for Women for the fifth year in a row. In addition, for the tenth time Primerica has been voted a Best Employer by Gwinnett Magazine. Primerica is a great place to work! Join our team to experience what it’s like to work at “one of the best places to work in the metro Atlanta”.

About this Position

The Accountant I is an entry-level accounting professional responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting operations. This role assists with maintaining accurate financial records, performing basic accounting functions, and supporting month-end close activities under the guidance of senior accounting staff.

Hybrid role

3 days on site

Location: Duluth, GA

Salary range between $52K - $62K Annually

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and data entry

• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules for balance sheet and income statement accounts

• Support month-end and year-end close processes

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, as needed

• Review transactions for accuracy and compliance with company policies

• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation

• Assist with internal and external audit requests

• Support compliance with GAAP and internal controls

• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 0–2 years of relevant accounting experience (internships acceptable)

• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems a plus

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks

• Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or prior experience in a corporate accounting environment

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., WorkDay, OfficeConnect, Blackline)

• Progress toward CPA or other accounting certification

Working Conditions

• Office-based or hybrid work environment (as applicable)

• Standard business hours with occasional overtime during close periods

Hybrid role3 days on siteLocation: Duluth, GA

FLSA status: This position is exempt (not eligible for overtime pay):

Yes

Our Benefits:

• Day one health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) Plan with competitive employer match

• Vacation, sick, holiday and volunteer time off

• Life and disability insurance

• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account

• Professional development

• Tuition reimbursement

• Company-sponsored social and philanthropy events

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Primerica, Inc., and its subsidiaries to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, color, religious creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, ancestry, military service or veteran status, genetic or carrier status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

At Primerica, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.

Primerica is a leading provider of financial products and services to middle-income families in the U.S. and Canada. Since 1977, Primerica has helped millions of middle-income households protect their families and save for the future. We insure over 5.5 million lives and have approximately 3.0 million client investment accounts.

Headquartered in metro Atlanta, Primerica is a Fortune 1000 company with over 2,800 employees located in the U.S. and Canada. Our employees are an integral part of achieving Primerica’s mission in creating more financially independent families and supporting over 151,000 licensed financial representatives across the U.S. and Canada.

The Company’s competitive salaries, award-winning benefits packages, and employee recognition programs are just a few of the reasons the average employee tenure is 13 years.

Awards and Recognitions

• Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces

• USA Today’s Top Workplaces USA

• Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Top Workplaces

• Forbes America’s Best Insurance Companies

• #1 Most Trusted Life Insurance Company by Investor’s Business Daily

• #3 Most Trusted Financial Company by Investor’s Business Daily

Our stock is traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “ PRI (https://https/www.nyse.com/quote/XNYS:PRI) .”

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