VP of Accounting & Finance - Life Reinsurance

Salary$150000 - $200000LocationNew York, NY, USAContractPermanentIndustryAccountancy & FinanceContactNicole View email address on click.appcast.io VP of Accounting & Finance – Life ReinsuranceLocation: New York City | Working model: Hybrid, 3 days in-officeAbout the CompanyOur client, a growing life reinsurance business backed by an established financial services group, is focused on expanding its reinsurance portfolio and building the infrastructure to support its long-term growth ambitions. With plans for significant expansion, this is an exciting time to join the business.The OpportunityThis position will play an important role in developing the accounting and finance capabilities of a growing life reinsurance platform.Working closely with senior finance leadership and colleagues across international teams, you will have exposure to a broad range of accounting and operational activities, with the opportunity to improve processes, strengthen controls and help build a scalable finance function.Key responsibilities include:Managing accounting reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.Understanding reinsurance contracts and their associated accounting processes.Reviewing system feeds, ledger entries and underlying data.Supporting financial close, management reporting and financial analysis.Strengthening internal controls and improving accounting procedures.Coordinating with international colleagues across finance, operations and actuarial teams.What We’re Looking ForExperience in life insurance, life reinsurance, or annuity accounting.Strong reconciliation, accounting operations, and controls experience.Understanding of how transactions and underlying data flow through accounting systems.Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.US GAAP experienceFamiliarity with US statutory or Bermuda statutory reporting.CPA qualification would be a bonus.The role would suit someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys solving problems and contributing to the development of a growing business.Why Join?Growth and development: Join a life reinsurance platform with ambitious expansion plans.Meaningful responsibility: Help strengthen accounting processes and contribute to the development of the finance function.Senior-level exposure: Work closely with finance leadership and colleagues across multiple geographical locations.Collaborative culture: Become part of a supportive team within an established financial services group.Attractive benefits: Competitive compensation, generous retirement contributions, comprehensive medical coverage, commuter benefits, and additional employee perks.To be considered for this opportunity, please apply using the prompts provided. Alternatively, please reach out to Nicole Lazarus at [email protected]Please note that given the number of applicants only candidates with relevant skill sets can be considered.