Senior Reinsurance Accounting & Process Improvement

Starr Insurance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Insurance in New York seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage reinsurance accounting records for facultative and treaty business. The role requires 3+ years in accounting, preferably in insurance or reinsurance, with strong Excel and analytical abilities.

CPA or insurance designation preferred. The position supports monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, monitors aging balances, and leads automation initiatives while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting/finance or related field.
• CPA or insurance designation preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in insurance or reinsurance.
• Strong Excel and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain reinsurance accounting records for facultative and treaty business.
• Review and reconcile ceded premium, loss, LAE, commissions, and recoverables.
• Analyze aged balances and resolve reconciling items.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Monitor recoverables and aging reports.
• Lead process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Train and mentor junior accountants and offshore resources.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Reconciliations

Education

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

Job description

Starr Insurance in New York seeks an experienced accounting professional to manage reinsurance accounting records for facultative and treaty business. The role requires 3+ years in accounting, preferably in insurance or reinsurance, with strong Excel and analytical abilities.

CPA or insurance designation preferred. The position supports monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, monitors aging balances, and leads automation initiatives while mentoring junior staff.