Reinsurance Accountant

Hylant; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hylant in Clayton, MO is seeking a Captive Reinsurance Accountant to support evaluation and management of reinsurance contracts, claims, and reinsurer relationships. The role ensures compliance with policies, efficient claim settlement, and clear communication with reinsurers.

You will generate insightful reports and analyses to support informed decision-making, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and help maintain high standards of accuracy and process improvement across the captive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in reinsurance accounting or similar finance area.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail and metrics-focused mindset.
• Excellent English communication and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical, financial accounting of premium, claim and reserves.
• Review reinsurance contracts for policy adherence.
• Process and settle reinsurance claims accurately and efficiently.
• Generate reports and analyses to support decision-making.
• Advise internal stakeholders on Statutory and Reinsurance accounting.
• Maintain relationships with reinsurers and drive process improvements.
• Keep SOPs and training guides up to date with Captive Account Executives.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Captive Reinsurance Accountant role provides crucial support in the evaluation and management of reinsurance contracts, claims, and relationships with reinsurers. The role is key to ensuring compliance with company policies, efficient claim settlement, and effective communication and collaboration with reinsurers. Additionally, the incumbent will contribute to the generation of insightful reinsurance reports and analysis to support informed decision-making within the organization.

In This Role You Will Execute On:

• Prepare technical, financial accounting of premium, claim and reserves based on statement of accounts or on bordereaux.
• Review and analyze reinsurance contracts to ensure adherence to company policies and guidelines.
• Manage the processing and settlement of reinsurance claims, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Generate reinsurance reports and conduct analysis to support decision‑making.
• Consult internal stakeholders on Statutory and Reinsurance Accounting expertise and guidance.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with reinsurers.
• Drive continuous process improvement and standardization; actively identify areas for process improvement and inefficiencies.
• Join relevant training sessions to maintain current relevant knowledge and of the system, processes, and changes.
• Keep SOP/training guides up to date for role and processes in collaboration with Captive Account Executives.
• Perform other duties and special projects as requested.

In This Role You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in reinsurance accounting, insurance or similar financial area.
• Proficiency in MS Office, primarily Excel, Outlook, Teams.
• Skilled at building and maintaining internal and external (carrier) relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on metrics.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English.
• Self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel by car or airplane for meetings, conferences, or other business‑related functions.

Why Hylant?

Since 1935, Hylant has been a family‑owned insurance brokerage built on relationships, trust, and a people‑first mindset. We believe great work is rooted in understanding people — our clients, our communities, and each other — and delivering thoughtful solutions that rise above the expected.

Anything But Typical. Everything for You. isn’t just a message; it’s how we show up. It reflects a culture where people come first, careers are supported with purpose, and going above and beyond is the standard, not the exception. At Hylant, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of a team that treats one another like family and works together to make a meaningful impact.