Senior Accountant

OdysseyRe; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OdysseyRe is seeking a Corporate Senior Accountant in Stamford, Connecticut. This role focuses on preparing U.S. GAAP financial statements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring accuracy and compliance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting and over 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance sector. The position requires strong knowledge of accounting principles, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in MS Excel and SAP General Ledger. Join OdysseyRe to contribute to a dynamic corporate accounting team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in financial compilation and reporting.
• Experience in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry is preferred.
• Exposure to Big 4 or top national public accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Develop management reports and presentations for leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Execute and monitor internal control procedures for compliance.
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Lead audits and provide necessary documentation.
• Assist in implementing new accounting standards and process improvements.

Skills

Accounting principles expertise

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Financial statements preparation

Insurance accounting principles

Microsoft Excel proficiency

SAP General Ledger experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP General Ledger

Wings insurance statutory reporting software

Job description

Position Summary

The Corporate Senior Accountant will work with the team responsible for preparing U.S. GAAP financial statements and underlying schedules, notes etc., as well as prepare corporate accounting journal entries and execute internal controls over financial reporting.

Essential Duties

• Prepare quarterly and annual U.S. GAAP-compliant financial statements, including supporting schedules like cash flows and disclosures.
• Develop and prepare management reports and presentations containing financial results, trends, and key performance indicators for senior leadership.
• Prepare quarterly and annual local GAAP financial statements for a subsidiary, including supporting schedules like cash flows and disclosures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments (e.g., Actuarial, Tax, Treasury, Legal) and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, regulators) to gather and validate financial data.
• Execute and monitor internal control procedures to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with SOX requirements.
• Support the monthly and quarterly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis for financial statement line items.
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
• Perform other related duties and special projects assigned to support the goals and objectives of the Corporate Accounting team and the broader organization.

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Demonstrate expertise in accounting principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP is required; familiarity with IFRS 17 and U.S. STAT accounting is preferred.
• Experience in financial statements preparation and reporting is essential. Exposure to consolidation and related reporting is preferred.
• A solid understanding of insurance accounting principles, with the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure accurate and meaningful financial reporting, is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong overall PC skills.
• Experience with SAP General Ledger and Wings insurance statutory reporting software is preferred.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Comfortable working with senior executive leadership on financial presentations and results analysis.

Experience & Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in the financial compilation and reporting role is required; insurance and / or reinsurance industry experience and/or Big 4 or top national public accounting experience in the financial sector is required.