Reinsurance Administration Lead (HYBRID or REMOTE)

Overview

This role involves leading reinsurance administration for the life and annuity business, ensuring accurate and effective administration of reinsurance arrangements. Responsibilities cover end-to-end administration, financial reporting, and execution of reinsurance activities, with an emphasis on operational excellence, strong controls, and audit-ready documentation.

The position is flexible and may be fully remote or hybrid. If located near an office (Charlotte, NC; New York, NY; Syracuse, NY), a hybrid schedule with 2–3 days on-site per week is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end administration of reinsurance treaties, including setup, interpretation, and ongoing maintenance
• Own and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities related to reinsurance
• Review and validate settlement calculations, including revenue sharing, fee components, and ownership-based allocations
• Perform and oversee reconciliations between administrative systems, investment data, and general ledger outputs
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies, variances, and breaks across multiple data sources
• Maintain and enhance SOX/MAR controls, including documentation and evidence supporting key processes
• Partner with Actuarial, Finance, Investments, and IT to ensure accurate data flows and reporting alignment
• Serve as a key contact for internal and external audits
• Support implementation and enhancement of reinsurance administration platforms
• Drive process standardization, automation, and efficiency initiatives
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in insurance and/or accounting, reinsurance administration, or financial reporting
• Established knowledge of reinsurance structures
• Experience supporting financial close and reconciliation processes
• Proven understanding of reinsurance treaty mechanics and accounting implications
• Demonstrated ownership and execution mindset
• Experience with reconciliations and control frameworks
• Familiarity with subledger systems and large data environments

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA
• Driven analytical and detail-oriented approach
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proactive problem-solving capabilities
• Experience with reinsurance administration systems (e.g., TAI)
• Exposure to Bermuda statutory reporting
• Experience working with external reinsurers and asset managers
• Knowledge of SOX and audit requirements
• Demonstrated functional ownership and subject matter expertise
• Experience driving execution and continuous improvement
• Ability to influence effectively in a matrixed organization
• Experience mentoring and developing team members

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $145,000 - $170,000 (actual base salary varies based on skills, experience, and geographical location)
• Additional compensation may include base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities (eligibility depends on level and functional area of responsibility)
• Full benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off

Location

• Primary location: UNITED STATES-NY-Syracuse
• Other locations: UNITED STATES-NY-New York, UNITED STATES-Remote, UNITED STATES-NC-Charlotte

Schedule

Full-time