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Berkley

Intermediate Accountant

Naperville, IL

$70K - $95K/yr

R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest ... Reinsurance accounting, reconciliation and reporting. * Create quarterly/monthly reinsurance ...

Berkley

Intermediate Accountant

Naperville, IL · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest ... Reinsurance accounting, reconciliation and reporting. * Create quarterly/monthly reinsurance ...

CB&I

Sr Accounting Admin

Plainfield, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Overview The Sr. Accountant Admin will be a key member of the Accounting/Finance team, assisting ... Knowledge of accounting procedures, including but not limited to A/R, A/P, General Accounting ...

TCA Health Inc.

CPA Assistant Level II

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $26.40/hr

Job Title: CPA Assistant Level II Department: WIC Reports To: WIC Program Coordinator Pay Range ... A.R.E.S. * Compassion: We are kind, considerate, and caring . * Accountability: We take ownership ...

TCA Health Inc.

CPA Assistant Level II

Chicago, IL · On-site

$25 - $26.40/hr

Job Title: CPA Assistant Level II Department: WIC Reports To: WIC Program Coordinator Pay Range ... A.R.E.S. * Compassion: We are kind, considerate, and caring . * Accountability: We take ownership ...

Ripple

Senior Derivative Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$144K - $175K/yr

At Ripple, we're building a world where value moves like information does today. It's big, it ... R&R days so you can rest and recharge * Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual ...

Solve IT Strategies, Inc.

Staff Accountant

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

Place completed capital projects into service for merchandise, Repairs & Maintenance (R&M), Loss ... Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced ...

Solve IT Strategies, Inc.

Staff Accountant

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$54K - $71K/yr

Place completed capital projects into service for merchandise, Repairs & Maintenance (R&M), Loss ... Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced ...

Glasstemp Inc

Finance Manager

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Manage all accounting including billing, A/R, A/P, GL Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition. * Serves as Company credit manager and account receivable manager. Duties include establishment of ...

Glasstemp Inc

Finance Manager

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Manage all accounting including billing, A/R, A/P, GL Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition. * Serves as Company credit manager and account receivable manager. Duties include establishment of ...

Glasstemp Inc

Finance Manager

Bellwood, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Manage all accounting including billing, A/R, A/P, GL Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition. * Serves as Company credit manager and account receivable manager. Duties include establishment of ...

Wabtec

Accounting Manager

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

What will your typical day look like? • Responsible for General Accounting function and the supervision and mentoring of A/R, Billing and A/P. • Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ...

Wabtec

Accounting Manager

Buffalo Grove, IL

Responsible for General Accounting function and the supervision and mentoring of A/R, Billing and A/P. Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable/payable, revenue ...

Wabtec

Accounting Manager

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

What will your typical day look like? · Responsible for General Accounting function and the supervision and mentoring of A/R, Billing and A/P. · Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ...

Glasstemp Inc

Finance Manager

Bellwood, IL · On-site

Responsibilities : • Manage all accounting including billing, A/R, A/P, GL Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition. • Serves as Company credit manager and account receivable manager. Duties ...

Opportunity International

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

This is a hybrid position with 2 days required in downtown Chicago office. RESPONSIBILITIES include ... Manage and record the lease accounting according to ASC 842. Provide necessary data for the year ...

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Intermediate Accountant

Naperville, IL

Berkley
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$70K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare accurate GAAP financial statements and reporting packages, including journal entries, supporting schedules, and analysis, meeting all closing deadlines.

  • Perform reinsurance accounting, reconciliation, and reporting, including creating reinsurance bordereaux for brokers.

  • Conduct timely and accurate account reconciliations, analyze and resolve reconciling items, and monitor cash settlements from profit centers and reinsurers.

Job description

We provide a foundation of stability and predictability that gives employees the confidence to succeed.

Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States.

Along the way, we’ve been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, become a Fortune 500 Company, joined the S&P 500, and seen our gross written premiums exceed $15 billion.

Today the Berkley brand comprises 60 businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance and Monoline Excess. Led by Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., W. R. Berkley Corporation is well positioned for long-term success and future growth.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.


Job Description:

Staff level position performing various duties related to the financial reporting process. Areas of responsibility include GAAP/Stat financial statement preparation and reporting, reinsurance accounting, reconciliations and monitoring cash flow.  All functions focus on both accurate and timely completion based on the close schedule. 

Key Functions/Duties of Position:

  • Preparation of accurate GAAP financial statements and reporting packages as assigned, including journal entries, supporting schedules and analysis, meeting all due dates per closing schedule.

  • Reinsurance accounting, reconciliation and reporting.

  • Create quarterly/monthly reinsurance bordereaux to send to brokers

  • Responsible for timely and accurate account reconciliations as assigned (including analysis and resolution of reconciling items).

  • Responsible for the accuracy of results for assigned programs.

  • Monitor cash settlements from both Profit Centers and Reinsurers.

  • Assists in the support of internal and external audits/examinations.

  • Active pursuit of continuous process improvement and progress measurement (metrics)


Education Requirement:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Qualifications: 

  • 1-3 years of Property & Casualty Insurance accounting experience preferred

  • Necessary computer skills with an emphasis on Excel competency

  • The ability to work independently


We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.
Salary Range - $70K to $95K, dependent on experience, knowledge and location.
Berkley is committed to offering comprehensive and competitive employee health benefits that help our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement. We support our employees in planning for their current and future security by offering Short & Long Term Disability, 401(k)/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Travel and Additional Life Insurance. We want our employees to live productive and fulfilling lives. We promote work-life balance and personal wellness by providing an Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays) and encouraging employees to participate in our groups wellness program. We take risk management excellence and your professional growth and ongoing development seriously by offering industry-related education and exams along with industry-related tuition assistance.
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