Accountant; Reinsurance

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Reinsurance Accountant (hybrid- onsite Monday
- Thursday)

US-GA-Atlanta (Sandy Springs)

Exempt

The Reinsurance Accountant will be responsible for accurate and timely reporting of cession statements to our client partners. Maintain accounts receivables and accounts payables for all reinsurance areas, update reinsurance records management systems and master listings. Perform reconciliations of assigned accounts.

• Prepare reinsurance reporting packages for clients timely and accurately
• Assist with servicing and accounting for existing reinsurance deals properly
• Assist with preparation of reinsurance payments
• Monitor and account for trust account activity
• Cash application into reinsurance system
• Assist in implementing & modifying systems and procedures for accurate accounting and reporting of all ceded reinsurance activity
• Design, generate, interpret, and publish ad hoc reports to Management
• Accurately and quickly fulfill reporting requests from Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Management, and clients as needed
• Communicate significant issues and trends to Management
• Set-up new client reporting as necessary
• Assist with the administrative functions of the reinsurance program
• Partner with key personnel to assist with the proper interpretation, recognition, accounting & operational implementation, and reporting of reinsurance agreements
• Assist with monthly financial accounting reconciliations
• Assist with external and internal audit preparation and inquiries
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
• Design, generate, interpret, and publish ad hoc reports to Management
• Ensure the payment of reinsurance premiums, clear or adjust premium booking differences, and process receipts on a timely basis (within the terms of the reinsurance agreements)

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Reinsurance experience is a plus
• 3-5 years of accounting and finance experience
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Excel, familiarity with SQL (preferably Postgres SQL) a plus, and ability to use both tools to analyze and interpret data
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
• Excellent and effective communication and presentation skills
• Prior insurance or auto industry experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software
• Working knowledge of account procedures (i.e. Reconciliation, debits and credits, journalizing and posting)
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of US GAAP

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Community Service Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Personal Development
• And More!

Safe-Guard serves Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), top retailers, and independent agents in the automotive finance and insurance industry with the leading Protection Products Platform. Our platform delivers innovative protection products and solutions that protect consumers from the perils of ownership, while providing Finance & Insurance professionals the tools to ignite scalable and sustainable business growth. Safe-Guard’s success is driven by over 850 employees, who serve more than 12,000 dealers and support contract holders across the U.S. and Canada.

For 30 years and counting, our team continues to transform the motor vehicle space, earning a stellar reputation from our partners and peers by providing:
1) the highest quality protection products in the industry,
2) a broad platform of branded product, technology, marketing, and training solutions, and
3) an unwavering commitment to uncomplicated care and customer service.

Safe-Guard Products International is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.