Reinsurance Specialist
Job Title: Reinsurance Specialist
Location: Remote
Type: Full-Time
My client is seeking a highly skilled Reinsurance Specialist to join their accounting and finance team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in reinsurance accounting, GAAP/Statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance.
As a Reinsurance Specialist, you will handle complex financial transactions, lead reporting efforts, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including auditors, reinsurers, and regulatory agencies. This is a high-impact role with opportunities to lead projects and drive process improvements.
Compensation (California Residents)
Estimated base salary range: $86,010 - $143,350. Final compensation will be based on factors such as location, experience, education, and skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform complex accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Manage reinsurance accounting, including quota share, catastrophe premiums/losses, billing, settlements, and disclosures (e.g., Schedule F)
- Prepare and analyze consolidated GAAP, Statutory, and management reports
- Coordinate audit engagements and provide financial data to auditors and regulatory bodies
- Lead or support cross-functional projects and system enhancements
- Monitor and interpret changes in GAAP, SEC, and Statutory regulations
- Provide mentorship and training to team members as needed
- Deliver high-level service to internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of professional accounting experience, ideally in insurance or public accounting
- 5+ years of reinsurance accounting experience, including regulatory reporting
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles
- Proficiency in Excel and financial systems; experience with CODA and annual statement software is a plus
Skills & Attributes
- Advanced accounting and analytical skills
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Team-oriented with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
If you're a driven accounting professional with a passion for reinsurance and regulatory reporting, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
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