Senior Ceded Reinsurance Accounting Analyst at Everest in Warren, NJ

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Title: Senior Ceded Reinsurance Accounting Analyst Company: Everest Global Services, Inc. Job Category: Finance Job Description: About Everest: Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world. Job Description: The Senior Ceded Reinsurance Accounting Analyst will be responsible for the accurate ceded processing, accounting, analysis, and financial reporting of our ceded reinsurance portfolio. This position reports to the AVP, Ceded Reinsurance Accounting (North America) and is a hybrid role based in Warren, New Jersey working 3 days in office, 2 remote. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Lead the timely preparation of ceded accounts, bordereau production, and recording of ceded payable and recoverable amounts for domestic operations. Manage collection and settlement of outstanding balances due to/from the company and oversee cash application processes. Conduct detailed reconciliation and comprehensive analysis of ceded reinsurance accounts to the general ledger. Review and interpret complex reinsurance contracts and facultative certificate terms (Quota Share, Excess of Loss, Automatic Facultative, aggregates, retentions, inuring coverages, exclusions, adjustable features, etc.) and provide guidance and subject matter expertise. Set up and maintain treaties and facultative reinsurance contracts in the ceded reinsurance accounting system. Liaise closely with underwriting, claims, and actuarial departments to ensure proper interpretation and recognition of complex reinsurance agreements. Support quarterly and annual financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliation of ceded reinsurance-related accounts in support of GAAP financial statement preparation. Assist with the maintenance of Sarbanes-Oxley internal control documentation and ensure department processes are functioning appropriately. Actively identify and drive process improvements to ceded reinsurance accounting systems and procedures. Work closely with various functional areas to resolve complex accounting issues and ensure timely and accurate reporting. Provide technical accounting support and guidance to junior staff members on ceded reinsurance accounting matters. Assist with coordination with outside departments and reinsurance partners to ensure proper and timely reporting. Maintain positive relationships with all reinsurance partners and appropriately represent the Company. Assist in additional projects as assigned. Qualifications, Education & Experience: BS/BA degree in accounting, finance, or business. 4-6 years of finance/accounting experience. Relevant experience in the Accounting Department of a property and casualty insurance or reinsurance company is strongly preferred. Strong understanding of ceded reinsurance accounting functions and principles. Skillful interpersonal and collaboration abilities required to achieve results within and across diverse organizational units and disciplines. Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of ceded reinsurance accounting principles and practices. Excellent PC skills; must be proficient in Microsoft Excel including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and advanced data analysis. Knowledge/experience with Global XL Pro system is highly desirable. Knowledge of SQL is preferred. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical accounting skills. Strong technical knowledge of general ledger and accounting systems. Experience with Oracle is a plus. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to effecti