Reinsurance Accountant

Equitable

. Perform daily reinsurance accounting activities, including transaction recording, reconciliation, and ledger maintenance .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in reinsurance accounting, including transaction recording, reconciliation, and adherence to accounting standards such as US GAAP and Bermuda STAT. Proven ability to analyze financial data, manage complex datasets, and provide insights to support enterprise reinsurance strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Reinsurance AccountingFinancial Reporting Under US GAAPData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelCPA or Equivalent Certification

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Hard Skills

Transaction RecordingReconciliationLedger MaintenanceAccounting PrinciplesRegulatory FrameworksFinancial Data ReviewInternal Control ProceduresComplex Dataset ManagementBilling Statement IssuanceAudit Preparation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailTeam LeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

RMSAIRBusiness ObjectsAnalysis for OfficePower BITableau

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAALMIFMLI

Industry Keywords

ReinsuranceInsurance IndustryLife and AnnuitiesFinancial OperationsAgile Project Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Tableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform daily reinsurance accounting activities, including transaction recording, reconciliation, and ledger maintenance
Interpret and operationalize complex reinsurance contracts in accordance with applicable accounting standards
Establish and uphold internal policies and procedures for reinsurance financial operations
Ensure timely issuance of billing statements and collections from reinsurers
Identify trends and variances through financial data review and advise leadership on potential improvements
Perform routine account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Maintain adherence to accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal control procedures
Prepare for internal and external audits and provide documentation and insights
Use process maps and flow charts to clarify reinsurance problems, goals, and requirements
Provide subject matter expertise to support enterprise reinsurance data strategy
Support an agile project management framework with cross-functional teams
Monitor client accounts and statistics using internal reports, perform data analysis, and support stakeholders with reports and statistics
Prepare financial reporting under US GAAP, US STAT, and Bermuda STAT, including Schedule S

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related discipline
5+ years experience in reinsurance accounting, claims and reporting within the insurance industry, ideally in Life and Annuities
Established technical knowledge of reinsurance arrangements, accounting principles, and regulatory frameworks
Proven knowledge working with Microsoft Excel and financial systems
Experience with reinsurance tools such as RMS or AIR is an advantage
Demonstrated analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex datasets
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for team leadership and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
CPA, industry designation such as ALMI or FMLI, or equivalent certification preferred
Knowledge of Business Objects, Analysis for Office, Power BI, and Tableau preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary increases
Spot bonuses
Short-term incentive compensation opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Growth opportunities
Internal mobility
Comprehensive compensation and benefits
Flexible work schedule
Remote or hybrid work options
Culture of collaboration and teamwork