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Manager, Reinsurance Accountant
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Location: Chicago, IL
Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr
Role Manager, Reinsurance Accounting - Chicago
We are working with a specialty insurance group to hire a Manager, Reinsurance Accounting. This role is ideal for someone with direct reinsurance accounting experience or a public accounting background with strong insurance client exposure. The position offers both technical and leadership responsibilities with visibility across the finance function.
What you’ll do
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for reinsurance activities
Review contracts and ensure accurate accounting treatment
Prepare and review reconciliations, reports, and financial schedules
Partner with internal stakeholders and external reinsurance market
Mentor junior team members and drive process improvements
Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls
What we’re looking for
Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
6+ years of accounting experience in insurance or reinsurance
Open to candidates from public accounting with insurance industry exposure
Strong knowledge of GAAP/statutory reporting
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Base salary targeted between $125,000 - $150,000 plus performance incentives. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Note: This description focuses on the advertised role and its requirements. Other company postings listed below are not part of this job specification.
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Manager, Reinsurance Accountant
role at
Oliver James .
This range is provided by Oliver James. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Location: Chicago, IL
Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr
Role Manager, Reinsurance Accounting - Chicago
We are working with a specialty insurance group to hire a Manager, Reinsurance Accounting. This role is ideal for someone with direct reinsurance accounting experience or a public accounting background with strong insurance client exposure. The position offers both technical and leadership responsibilities with visibility across the finance function.
What you’ll do
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for reinsurance activities
Review contracts and ensure accurate accounting treatment
Prepare and review reconciliations, reports, and financial schedules
Partner with internal stakeholders and external reinsurance market
Mentor junior team members and drive process improvements
Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls
What we’re looking for
Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
6+ years of accounting experience in insurance or reinsurance
Open to candidates from public accounting with insurance industry exposure
Strong knowledge of GAAP/statutory reporting
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Base salary targeted between $125,000 - $150,000 plus performance incentives. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Note: This description focuses on the advertised role and its requirements. Other company postings listed below are not part of this job specification.
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