Reinsurance Accountant at Aston Carter

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

140000.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Ceded Reinsurance Accounting, Reinsurance Accounting, General Ledger & Reconciliations, Financial & Statutory Reporting, Variance Analysis, Cash Payments & Cash Application, Microsoft Excel

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Ceded Reinsurance Accountant Job Summary The Ceded Reinsurance Accountant will be responsible for managing the ceded reinsurance accounting process, supporting quarterly close activities, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders to enhance reporting efficiency, strengthen controls, and drive process improvements within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the ceded reinsurance book of business, including treaty setup and ongoing maintenance Prepare reinsurance statements, cash calls, and related billing documentation Process cash payments and apply cash accurately to outstanding balances Monitor balances, perform analytics, and investigate variances Perform quarterly reporting and analysis, including period-over-period variance analysis Reconcile reinsurance subledger activity to the General Ledger Support parent company reporting requirements Prepare quarterly financial schedules to support close and year-end statutory reporting Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial data Partner with IT and cross-functional teams to automate processes and enhance reporting efficiency Identify process improvements and assist in strengthening internal controls Support special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed Qualifications 5+ years of experience in ceded reinsurance accounting Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data analysis tools Proven experience performing reconciliations and detailed financial analysis Strong understanding of General Ledger accounting and financial reporting Self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments Strong ownership, accountability, and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment Key Skills Ceded Reinsurance Accounting Reinsurance Accounting General Ledger & Reconciliations Financial & Statutory Reporting Variance Analysis Cash Payments & Cash Application Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $140000.00/yr. Comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and incentive pay opportunity Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Ceded Reinsurance Accountant will manage the ceded reinsurance accounting process, prepare reinsurance statements, and support quarterly close activities. This role also involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and partnering with internal stakeholders to enhance reporting efficiency.