NA Premium Cash & Collections Leader

AXIS (AXIS Capital); Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AXIS Capital, a global insurer and reinsurer, seeks a lead for the North America Premium Accounting team in Stamford, CT. The role focuses on cash allocations, premium receivables, and month-end close activities to support cash flow and accuracy.

We require a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years P&C experience, and strong Excel/Access/Outlook skills. The position offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years P&C insurance industry experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of related automated financial systems.
• Demonstration of strong software skills including Excel, Access, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead the North America Insurance Premium Accounting team - providing guidance on how to resolve differences/issues on cash allocations and premium receivables and assist in escalation process if required.
• Ensure the team is following up on premium receivables and cash variances as expected. Escalate items where internal/external contacts are not responding timely
• Work in conjunction with the internal departments and external brokers to research and resolve any outstanding issues and/or inquiries.
• Communicate with brokers and Axis internal customers on past due premium receivables.
• Review the overdue receivables report produced by the BPO vendor and work with Axis internal departments and/or brokers to resolve discrepancies.
• Track the entry of the cash receipts into the premium accounting system by the BPO vendor daily while ensuring adherence to established process and delivery standards.
• Month-end close processing for the legacy system
• Review and approve bank reconciliations produced by the BPO vendor
• Review and authorize disbursement requests.
• Assist the BPO team in researching issues.
• Conduct other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

5 years P&C insurance industry experience

Demonstrated knowledge of automated financial systems

Excel, Access, Outlook proficiency

Tools

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

AXIS Capital, a global insurer and reinsurer, seeks a lead for the North America Premium Accounting team in Stamford, CT. The role focuses on cash allocations, premium receivables, and month-end close activities to support cash flow and accuracy.

We require a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years P&C experience, and strong Excel/Access/Outlook skills. The position offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative, inclusive environment.