Global Reinsurance Technical Accountant

AXIS Capital; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AXIS Capital in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Reinsurance Technical Accountant to support assumed reinsurance activities across global portfolios. You will review statements of account, analyze premiums and losses, and ensure accurate recording of reinsurance activity in accordance with contracts and internal controls.

The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with underwriting, finance, reporting, and offshore processing

Qualifications

• Experience in reinsurance accounting, insurance accounting, technical accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of assumed reinsurance concepts, including premiums, losses, commissions, statements of account, treaty activity, and related accounting flows.
• Ability to interpret reinsurance activity, identify exceptions, and apply judgment when reviewing account activity.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deliverables, stakeholders, and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with onshore, offshore, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to work with accounting systems, reporting tools, and large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Perform assumed reinsurance accounting across global portfolios.
• Process reinsurance statements of account for accuracy and alignment with contract terms.
• Analyze and record reinsurance activity including premiums, losses, commissions, and balances.
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes to ensure timely deliverables.
• Monitor, research, and resolve open items and aged balances.
• Coordinate with offshore processing teams to ensure quality and consistency.

Skills

Reinsurance accounting

Technical accounting

Analytical judgment

Account reconciliation

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AXIS Capital in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Reinsurance Technical Accountant to support assumed reinsurance activities across global portfolios. You will review statements of account, analyze premiums and losses, and ensure accurate recording of reinsurance activity in accordance with contracts and internal controls.

The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with underwriting, finance, reporting, and offshore processing