Senior Reinsurance Accountant — Close & Reconciliations

Starr; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance, seeks a skilled reinsurance accountant to join our New York team. You will prepare and maintain accounting records for facultative and treaty business, support monthly closes, and drive improvements across processes.

We value advanced Excel skills, strong analytical abilities, and attention to detail. A CPA or insurance designation is preferred, with 3+ years of accounting experience in insurance or reinsurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or insurance designation preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in insurance or reinsurance accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain reinsurance accounting records for facultative and treaty business.
• Review and reconcile ceded premium, loss, LAE, commission, and recoverable balances.
• Analyze aged balances and resolve reconciling items.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Monitor recoverables and aging reports.
• Prepare and submit facultative billings and collection follow-up.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain supporting documentation.
• Support audits, compliance, SOX, and internal controls.
• Review reinsurance contracts and ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Lead process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Train and mentor junior accountants and offshore resources.

Skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial reporting & reconciliations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

CPA or Insurance Designation Preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance, seeks a skilled reinsurance accountant to join our New York team. You will prepare and maintain accounting records for facultative and treaty business, support monthly closes, and drive improvements across processes.

We value advanced Excel skills, strong analytical abilities, and attention to detail. A CPA or insurance designation is preferred, with 3+ years of accounting experience in insurance or reinsurance.