Intermediate Accountant
W. R. Berkley Corporation · Naperville, IL · 3 wk ago
Accounting$70k–$95k/yrFull-time
We provide a foundation of stability and predictability that gives employees the confidence to succeed. Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States. Today the Berkley brand comprises 60 businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance and Monoline Excess.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of accurate GAAP financial statements and reporting packages as assigned, including journal entries, supporting schedules and analysis, meeting all due dates per closing schedule.
- Reinsurance accounting, reconciliation and reporting.
- Create quarterly/monthly reinsurance bordereaux to send to brokers.
- Responsible for timely and accurate account reconciliations as assigned (including analysis and resolution of reconciling items).
- Responsible for the accuracy of results for assigned programs.
- Monitor cash settlements from both Profit Centers and Reinsurers.
- Assists in the support of internal and external audits/examinations.
- Active pursuit of continuous process improvement and progress measurement (metrics).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
- 1-3 years of Property & Casualty Insurance accounting experience preferred.
- Necessary computer skills with an emphasis on Excel competency.
- The ability to work independently.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision.
- Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, and Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
- Short & Long Term Disability.
- 401(k)/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Travel and Additional Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays).
- Wellness program.
- Industry-related education and exams.
- Industry-related tuition assistance.
Pay
Salary Range - $70K to $95K, dependent on experience, knowledge and location.
Sponsorship not offered for this role.