Intermediate Accountant - Reinsurance

About the role

The Intermediate Reinsurance Accountant is responsible for the timely and accurate recording of transactions, and preparation/review of reconciliations, financial statements, and various management reports. This position is responsible for the preparation of settlement statements, including follow-up with external clients for any resolution. Assistance may be provided to support client inquiries, client audits, internal and external audits along with other ad hoc requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting/Finance related discipline
• PC literacy with knowledge of technological tools, ability to support data mining exercises, automation of spreadsheets; knowledge of TAI is desirable
• Proven understanding of reinsurance administration or demonstration of ability to comprehend

Skills/Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with elevated level of attention to detail
• Demonstrated persistency and ability to deliver results under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and proofreading skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, etc.
• Must be a flexible self-starter who can prioritize tasks, follow through and meet deadlines
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Demands

• Normal office working environment, full time with some flexibility
• Occasional evening and weekend hours to meet deadlines
• Occasional travel is required
• Absolutely able to type / perform data entry
• Absolutely able to read from a computer screen and paper reports
• Absolutely able to express ideas and otherwise communicate with the spoken word