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Byrne Dairy

Lead Reinsurance Treaty Accountant

Byrne Dairy, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Lead Reinsurance Treaty Accountant Primary Location: UNITED STATES-NY-Syracuse

Other Locations: UNITED STATES-NY-New York, UNITED STATES-Remote, UNITED STATES-NC-Charlotte

Organization Equitable

Schedule Full-time

Description At Equitable, our power is in our people. We are a diverse organization that values different cultures and backgrounds, working together to be a force for good in our communities. This role focuses on complex reinsurance initiatives, analysis of impact and future state processes, and expertise in assumed and ceded reinsurance strategies, implementation and testing.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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; advise leadership on potential improvements.

Perform routine account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies effectively.

Maintain strict adherence to accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal control procedures.

Prepare for internal and external audits, providing all necessary documentation and insights.

Knowledge of contract provisions, reinsurance concepts and principles and general business trends.

Use business process design tools, including process maps and flow charts, to clarify reinsurance problems, goals and requirements to various Reinsurance stakeholders.

Provide extensive subject matter expertise to support our enterprise strategy for reinsurance data.

Support an agile project management framework to prioritize and pace projects with a cross-functional team.

Monitor client accounts / statistics by using internal reports, perform data analysis and support Stakeholders with reports and statistics.

Financial Reporting US GAAP/ US STAT/ Bermuda STAT, Schedule S, etc.).

The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$163,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.

For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below. Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program.

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

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 (e.g., RMS, 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 and team members.

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

Proactively seeks advice for new issues and suggests solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA, industry designation (i.e. ALMI, FMLI) or equivalent certification.

Business Objects, Analysis for Office, Power BI, and Tableau.

Skills

Accounting : Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.

Cross-functional Collaboration : Knowledge of collaborative techniques and approaches; ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and working together across functions to solve business problems and meet business goals.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Financial and Accounting Systems : Knowledge of functions, features and capabilities of financial and accounting systems; ability to use financial and accounting applications specific to the organization.

General Ledger (G-L) : Knowledge of tools, practices and considerations for general ledger; ability to update and validate general ledger data.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) : Knowledge of GAAP; ability to apply GAAP appropriately within the organization.

Knowledge of Reinsurance : Knowledge of reinsurance activities, processes, tools, and considerations; ability to implement all reinsurance practices following standards, laws and regulations.

Operational Functions : Knowledge of major functional processes and operating requirements; ability to apply this knowledge to diverse situations.

Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems; ability to apply knowledge to diverse situations.

ABOUT EQUITABLE

At Equitable, we’re a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being and pursuing long and fulfilling lives. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good. We are investing in our people through growth opportunities, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support well-being, flexibility, and collaboration.

Equitable is committed to equal employment opportunities. We participate in the E-Verify program. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email TalentAcquisition@equitable.com.

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