Staff Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support its growth-focused reinsurance division. This role works closely with the Reinsurance Accounting Team Leader to ensure accurate accounting and administration of reinsurance agreements, partnering with reinsurer staff, clients, finance personnel, auditors, and internal teams. The Reinsurance Accountant will also support financial reporting by ensuring data accuracy and managing stakeholder communications.

Responsibilities

• Record daily deposits and reconcile entries for reinsurance activity, ensuring accuracy and compliance with treaty terms.
• Maintain spreadsheets tracking deposits, claims fund tracking, and financial reporting.
• Perform timely, accurate recording, reporting, and matching of billings in accordance with reinsurance agreements.
• Identify and resolve reconciliation issues related to reinsurance activities, coordinating corrective actions as needed.
• Manage communications with clients, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders, including collaboration with departments such as claims, actuarial, and finance.
• Support audits by preparing relevant financial documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Assist the Reinsurance Accounting Supervisor with process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy of reinsurance accounting operations.
• Back up the Accounting (senior) role for payables and month-end processing when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within the insurance or reinsurance industry.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and experience using accounting software.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-starter with a professional, assertive approach to problem-solving.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $65,000 - $65,000 Annual

Benefits may include:

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts, and more

Not all benefits are included in the summary above. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary by subsidiary entity or geographic location.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment.