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Protective

Reinsurance Accountant II

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Protective is seeking a Reinsurance Accounting Analyst II to join our Reinsurance Accounting team ... * Assist with statutory reporting requirements, including Schedule S and related exhibits as ...

Protective

Reinsurance Accountant II

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

$70K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Protective is seeking a Reinsurance Accounting Analyst II to join our Reinsurance Accounting team ... * Assist with statutory reporting requirements, including Schedule S and related exhibits as ...

Protective

Reinsurance Accountant II

Birmingham, AL · Hybrid

$70K - $85K/yr

Protective is seeking a Reinsurance Accounting Analyst II to join our Reinsurance Accounting team ... * Assist with statutory reporting requirements, including Schedule S and related exhibits as ...

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Senior Reinsurance Accountant

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

The Senior Reinsurance Accountant will be responsible for processing reinsurance transactions ... Responsible for monthly/quarterly billing to brokers/reinsurers. * Assist with GAAP and STAT ...

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Senior Reinsurance Accountant

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

$71K - $89K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

- The Senior Reinsurance Accountant will be responsible for processing reinsurance transactions ... Responsible for monthly/quarterly billing to brokers/reinsurers. * Assist with GAAP and STAT ...

Brookfield

Sr. Reinsurance Accountant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare and analyze complex standard financial reinsurance and ad hoc reports for management. * Assist as the accounting liaison for US reinsurance communications with Reinsurance Operations ...

Cna

Ceded Reinsurance Claims Analyst

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$47K - $78K/yr

Knowledge of insurance/reinsurance accounting principles, practices and procedures. * Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal ...

CNA

Ceded Reinsurance Claims Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$47K - $78K/yr

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AIG

Supervisory Accountant, Reinsurance

New York, NY

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Wilton, CT

$90K - $112K/yr

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AIG

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Parsippany, NJ

$90K - $112K/yr

Supervisory Accountant, Reinsurance Wilton, CT, New York, NY, and Parsippany, NJ The Supervisory ... Reporting to the Assistant Director, External Reinsurance, this role is primarily responsible for ...

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New York, NY

$90K - $112K/yr

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CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; certifications like CPCU or ACRe are a plusSame as Assistant Reinsurance Accountant, often with more experience or certifications
Work EnvironmentSupportive team environment within insurance or reinsurance companies, handling routine and support tasksMore independent role, involved in complex analysis and reporting
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in insurance and reinsurance firms, especially in entry to mid-level positionsUsed in similar settings, often as a more senior or specialized role

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Reinsurance Accountant II

Protective

Birmingham, AL • On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Protective Life rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

117th of 307 rated insurance

Job description

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life's uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you'll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Protective is seeking a Reinsurance Accounting Analyst II to join our Reinsurance Accounting team. This role is responsible for supporting the accounting and reporting activities for multiple coinsurance and reinsurance partners while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial results. The position plays a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, settlement statements, and reporting packages.
The ideal candidate combines a strong accounting foundation with excellent analytical and communication skills. This individual will partner with internal business teams, external reinsurance partners, and auditors while contributing to process improvement and automation initiatives through tools such as SAP, Excel, Power Query, Power Automate, Power BI, and Microsoft Copilot. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking exposure to life insurance and reinsurance accounting in a collaborative and evolving environment.
This is a Hybrid role which reports to the office 3 times a week.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and record monthly and quarterly accounting activity for assigned coinsurance and reinsurance agreements.
  • Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables, including settlement statements, reporting packages, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
  • Analyze financial results and trends, investigate variances, and provide clear explanations and supporting documentation.
  • Partner with accounting, actuarial, valuation, business systems, and reinsurance administration teams to resolve issues and improve reporting accuracy.
  • Support the implementation of accounting processes for new acquisitions and reinsurance treaties.
  • Serve as a primary contact for internal stakeholders, external reinsurance partners, and auditors.
  • Support quarterly and annual audit activities by providing requested documentation and responding to inquiries.
  • Assist with statutory reporting requirements, including Schedule S and related exhibits as assigned.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and automate recurring processes using Excel, Power Query, Power Automate, SAP, and Microsoft Copilot.
  • Maintain process documentation and job aids to support operational excellence and knowledge sharing.
  • Cross-train with team members to enhance business continuity and support critical deliverables.
  • Perform additional accounting and financial analysis responsibilities as needed

Core Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Abilities):
  • Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
  • Ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends, and investigate complex variances.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
  • Demonstrated interest in process automation, continuous improvement, and technology-driven solutions.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to interact with external business partners.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn complex insurance and reinsurance accounting concepts

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, insurance accounting, or a related field.
  • Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience within the life insurance, annuity, reinsurance, or broader financial services industry.
  • Familiarity with coinsurance and reinsurance treaty structures.
  • Experience working with SAP, including general ledger and reporting functionality.
  • Experience using Power Query, Power Automate, Power BI, and/or Microsoft Copilot.
  • Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles.
  • Experience supporting Schedule S reporting and regulatory filings.
  • Familiarity with reinsurance administration systems such as TAI or similar platforms.
  • CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.

$70,000 - $85,000 a year
Protective's targeted salary range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective's total compensation package for employees.
The internal title for this role is Analyst II General Accounting. #LI-AP1
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective's platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company's benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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