Reinsurance Accountant

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want to have a voice and feel a sense of belonging? At ICW Group, we hire innovative people who consistently adapt, grow and deliver. We believe in hard work, a fun work environment, and embracing creativity that only comes about when talented people collaborate to develop solutions. Our mission is to create the best insurance experience possible.

Headquartered in San Diego with regional offices located throughout the United States, ICW Group has been named for seven consecutive years as a Top 50 performing P&C company offering the stability of a large, profitable and growing company combined with a small-company entrepreneurial spirit. Our purpose-driven ethos provides team members with opportunities to contribute, develop, and belong.

The Reinsurance Accountant will control reinsurance transactions in support of the company's financial growth goals. This role will support the Reinsurance Accounting team and will assist with special projects. This position exists to ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accepted accounting principles.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Manages records of reinsurance transactions

• Prepares and monitors the recoverable aging report.

• Interacts with reinsurance brokers and reinsurance companies.

• Works with the claims department, brokers, and reinsurance companies to resolve disputed items. Reviews reinsurance contracts/agreements.

• Audits of past reinsurance files for accuracy and completeness.

• Calculates and records ceded premium/commission transactions per reinsurance contracts specifications.

• Audits and reconciles the ceded loss transactions entered in the system for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reinsurance contract specifications.

Creates financial statements and reports

• Prepares ad-hoc reinsurance reports as required by management.

• Assists in the preparation of Quarterly and Annual Statement Schedule F.

• Updates and reconcile all reinsurance related General Ledger accounts.

• Calculates and records quarterly adjustments, such as commuted treaties reserve adjustment, reinsurance reserve, and uploads changes in ceded reinsurance reserves into SAP.

Manages collection and billing of reinsurance receivables and payables

• Prepares ceded premium statements and bordereau.

• Pays ceded payables and calculating the annual premium adjustments. Collects ceded paid losses / loss expense recoverables.

• Processes Unclaimed Property.

• Serves as a backup resource for the Investment Accountant and Accounting Manager as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum 3+ years of professional level experience working in an accounting role within the insurance industry.

• Reinsurance accounting experience preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of computer applications related to accounting and financial management systems.

• Requires advanced knowledge of Accounting theory and principles, as well as advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards (FASB) regulations.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to interact effectively with management, employees, representatives of federal and state governments and external auditors.

• Must have ability to convey complex financial issues to non-financial users.

• Ability to work independently and meet stringent deadlines.

• Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data and prepare clear, concise financial reports for complex accounting concepts.

• Ability to design and produce various ad-hoc reports.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite applications.

COMPENSATION

The current salary range for this position is $65,220.24 to $109,989.53. This range is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at ICW Group, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors unique to each candidate; including experience, education, and location of the role and considers employees performing substantially similar work.

WHY JOIN ICW GROUP?

• Challenging work and the ability to make a difference

• You will have a voice and feel a sense of belonging

• We offer a competitive benefits package, with generous medical, dental, and vision plans as well as 401K retirement plans and company match

• Bonus potential for all positions

• Paid Time Off with an accrual rate of 5.23 hours per pay period (equal to 17 days per year)

• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year

• Want to continue learning? We'll support you 100%

ICW Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. ICW Group will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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