Reinsurance Accounting Specialist – Reporting & Reserves

Kuvare; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuvare is seeking an Intermediate Reinsurance Accountant to join our Des Moines area team. The role focuses on timely, accurate recording of transactions and preparation of reconciliations, financial statements, and management reports related to reinsurance.

You will prepare settlement statements, interact with external clients for resolutions, and support audits and ad hoc inquiries. This position requires strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting/Finance
• PC literacy with knowledge of technological tools, ability to support data mining exercises, automation of spreadsheets; knowledge of TAI is desirable
• Proven understanding of reinsurance administration or ability to comprehend
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Demonstrated persistency and ability to deliver results under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and proofreading skills
• Must be a flexible self-starter who can prioritize tasks, follow through and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Prepares accounting & reporting for Reinsurance, including settlement reports and distribution to reinsurers
• Prepares journal entries and posts to accounting systems
• Prepares monthly direct and ceded claims reconciliations from TPAs to general ledger
• Assists with quarterly reserves and coordination with release of reserves
• Performs data queries on claim, premium and expense data
• Contributes to Management Reporting Package and ad hoc requests
• Ensures adherence to internal controls
• Prepares regulatory schedules at year end for reinsurance

Skills

Data mining

Spreadsheets

PC literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

TAI

Job description

Kuvare is seeking an Intermediate Reinsurance Accountant to join our Des Moines area team. The role focuses on timely, accurate recording of transactions and preparation of reconciliations, financial statements, and management reports related to reinsurance.

You will prepare settlement statements, interact with external clients for resolutions, and support audits and ad hoc inquiries. This position requires strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.