Spencer Beattie
About Spencer Beattie
Spencer Beattie serves as the 2nd Vice President and Principal Financial Analyst at Protective Life, where he specializes in financial reporting and ERP integrations. He has a background in Management Information Systems from Auburn University and has held various roles within the company since 2015.
Work at Protective Life
Spencer Beattie currently holds the position of 2 Vice President and Principal Financial Analysis Manager at Protective Life, a role he has occupied since 2023. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Birmingham, Alabama. In this capacity, he has designed and integrated master data systems into financial reporting processes, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of financial data management. He also specializes in converting new acquisitions to the company's ledger system and financial reporting through ERP integrations.
Education and Expertise
Spencer Beattie earned a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from Auburn University, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial analysis and data management. He has developed specialized skills in financial reporting and ERP integrations, which are critical for his current role in financial analysis.
Background
Before his current role, Spencer Beattie worked at Protective Life in various capacities. He served as Assistant Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis from 2015 to 2023, where he acted as the product manager for FP&A systems. He also held the position of SAP Reporting Team Manager for eight months in 2017, leading the financial reporting team during the Inf4 to SAP conversion and implementation.
Achievements in Financial Reporting
In his current role, Spencer Beattie has architected financial reporting packages that include JGAAP, GAAP, STAT, PGAAP, and Ledger. His contributions have significantly improved the financial reporting processes at Protective Life, demonstrating his capability in managing complex financial systems and reporting standards.