Lead Reinsurance Accounting & Close Expert

Liberty Mutual Insurance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Insurance in Boston seeks a Lead Accountant in Reinsurance Operations to plan and monitor book close processes and financial reporting in a deadline-driven environment. You will handle complex reinsurance reporting, audit support, statutory reporting, and payment processing while leading process improvements and mentoring teammates to drive timely, accurate results.

This role emphasizes strong accounting principles, collaboration across teams, and the ability to navigate a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to communicate with senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• CPA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles.
• Perform complex reinsurance accounting tasks accurately.
• Prepare complex financial schedules and audit support.
• Research and apply reinsurance accounting policy to issues.
• Understand data flow through financial systems for issue resolution.
• Lead department projects and mentor teammates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leading meetings

Communication

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or advanced degree

Tools

Essbase

SAP

Job description

Liberty Mutual Insurance in Boston seeks a Lead Accountant in Reinsurance Operations to plan and monitor book close processes and financial reporting in a deadline-driven environment. You will handle complex reinsurance reporting, audit support, statutory reporting, and payment processing while leading process improvements and mentoring teammates to drive timely, accurate results.

This role emphasizes strong accounting principles, collaboration across teams, and the ability to navigate a