Senior Investment Accountant

James River Group, Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is looking for accountants to oversee accounting and reporting for investments. Positions include Sr. and Staff Accountants with roles focused on reconciliations, financial reporting, and adherence to accounting policies. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and relevant experience, with CPA designation preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience for Sr. Accountant; CPA preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in corporate finance or accounting required.
• 3 years’ experience for Staff Accountant, working towards CPA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile e-investment holdings and activity to supporting reports.
• Prepare quarter-end financial reporting packages and schedules.
• Monthly close process – journal entries and account reconciliations.

Skills

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related

Tools

Clearwater Analytics

Job description

Monday, May 19, 2025

Come grow with James River Insurance!

James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.

At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. We are proud of our recent national recognition as a 2023, 2022, and 2021 Top Workplaces USA awards.

James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.

Job Summary

Oversee Accounting and Reporting for the Company’s Investments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reconcile e-investment holdings and activity to supporting reports and custodial accounts.
• Accounting for the Company’s private investment portfolio including equity method investments in renewable energy and limited partnerships.
• Monthly close process – preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, review of trial balance, financial statement preparation including analytics.
• Prepare quarter-end financial reporting packages and schedules.
• Assist with the Company’s SEC filings and NAIC Statements.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and other special projects as needed.
• Adherence to Company internal controls and accounting policies.
• Provide client assistance as needed for internal and external audits.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience and Education

Sr. Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• 2-3 years of relevant experience
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Property and Casualty insurance experience a plus
• Experience with Clearwater Analytics, LLC a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related required
• CPA designation strongly preferred
• Five years’ experience in corporate and/or public accountancy or finance roles required
• Two years of hands-on accounting experience within the Property and Casualty Insurance industry strongly preferred

Staff Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related required
• Three years’ experience in corporate and/or public accountancy or finance roles required
• Working towards CPA designation a plus
• Hands-on accounting experience within the Property and Casualty Insurance industry desired, but not required