Everest
Director Of Investment Accounting
Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest), is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in North America, Latin America, the UK & Ireland, Continental Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Our most critical asset is our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. We also offer generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement programs, mentoring opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and Colleague Resource Groups. Job Summary: We are currently looking for a Director of Investment Accounting in either our Warren, New Jersey headquarters or our New York City office. This is a hybrid position working 3 days in office, 2 remote. In this role, you will interact and support several aspects of accounting, financial analysis, and reporting for the group. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Accounting and reporting of investments on a U.S. GAAP and U.S. Statutory basis. Support the management of the monthly and quarterly investment close process. Preparation and or review of various U. S. statutory investment schedules. Preparation and or review of various U.S. GAAP investment disclosures. Supervision of the reconciliation of investment related cash accounts. Support local reporting of foreign branches and subsidiaries. Coordinate with financial reporting and investment management teams. Establishing and maintaining internal controls. Research accounting issues for new investment structures and coordinate any changes required in workflow and operations. Assist with the review of fair value of investments and related impairment analysis. Providing monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses along with account reconciliations. Assist with ad-hoc analyses and strategic projects determined by the needs of senior management. Work Experience and Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in investment accounting; public accounting and public company reporting environment a plus. Solid understanding of investment accounting and reporting under U.S. GAAP. Experience with U.S. insurance statutory accounting and reporting a plus. Leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail oriented and highly organized. Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks. Highly proficient with Excel. Excellent critical thinking skills. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) in accounting. Certified Public Accountant (or equivalent certification) preferred. Knowledge of PAM and Bloomberg a plus. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Oracle a plus. Insurance/ reinsurance industry experience a plus. For NJ and NY Only: The base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $165,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging. Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together. All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.
Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest), is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in North America, Latin America, the UK & Ireland, Continental Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Our most critical asset is our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. We also offer generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement programs, mentoring opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and Colleague Resource Groups. Job Summary: We are currently looking for a Director of Investment Accounting in either our Warren, New Jersey headquarters or our New York City office. This is a hybrid position working 3 days in office, 2 remote. In this role, you will interact and support several aspects of accounting, financial analysis, and reporting for the group. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Accounting and reporting of investments on a U.S. GAAP and U.S. Statutory basis. Support the management of the monthly and quarterly investment close process. Preparation and or review of various U. S. statutory investment schedules. Preparation and or review of various U.S. GAAP investment disclosures. Supervision of the reconciliation of investment related cash accounts. Support local reporting of foreign branches and subsidiaries. Coordinate with financial reporting and investment management teams. Establishing and maintaining internal controls. Research accounting issues for new investment structures and coordinate any changes required in workflow and operations. Assist with the review of fair value of investments and related impairment analysis. Providing monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses along with account reconciliations. Assist with ad-hoc analyses and strategic projects determined by the needs of senior management. Work Experience and Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in investment accounting; public accounting and public company reporting environment a plus. Solid understanding of investment accounting and reporting under U.S. GAAP. Experience with U.S. insurance statutory accounting and reporting a plus. Leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Detail oriented and highly organized. Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks. Highly proficient with Excel. Excellent critical thinking skills. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) in accounting. Certified Public Accountant (or equivalent certification) preferred. Knowledge of PAM and Bloomberg a plus. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Oracle a plus. Insurance/ reinsurance industry experience a plus. For NJ and NY Only: The base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $165,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging. Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together. All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.