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Assistant Vice President, Insurance and Operational Accounting

Fortitude Re
Location
Jersey City
Posted
5 days ago
Department
Group Controller
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience within the Life & Annuity (re)insurance industry
  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, US STAT, SFS, and EBS accounting principles and reporting requirements
  • Demonstrated experience with legal entity accounting, intercompany transactions, reserves, reinsurance, expense accounting and/or financial analytics
  • Proven ability to execute and maintain internal controls, reconciliations, and ledger accuracy
  • Hands-on experience in preparing or reviewing journal entries, and fluctuation analyses
Nice to have
  • CPA or CA designation preferred
What the job really is

The Assistant Vice President of Insurance and Operational Accounting at Fortitude Re is responsible for overseeing various accounting processes, including reserve and reinsurance settlement accounting. This role involves ensuring accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with internal policies while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. The AVP will also focus on continuous improvement in operational accounting cycles and support strategic financial initiatives.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $145,000 — $165,000 USD
  • Annual bonus based on company and individual performance
  • Generous benefits package
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility beyond hybrid option
  • Role involves significant collaboration with various departments, which may require strong interpersonal skills
  • The position requires handling complex accounting processes, which may be challenging for less experienced candidates
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