Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG

Sr. Accountant, North American Finance Group

Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred
  • 2-5 years of insurance/reinsurance accounting experience
  • Experience with general ledger and underwriting systems
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • High level of professionalism and integrity

Responsibilities

  • Perform technical accounting work in compliance with SAP
  • Prepare and review financial reconciliations and reports
  • Ensure effective maintenance of controls under Sarbanes Oxley framework
  • Support quarterly and annual financial close processes
  • Serve as finance contact for retrocession reinsurance cover
  • Arrange payments for ceded premiums and manage reinsurance recoveries
  • Reconcile investment schedules and handle regulatory requests
  • Assist with internal and external audit reviews
  • Liaise with stakeholders on accounting queries

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Disability Insurance
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Access to learning and development resources
  • Structured coaching program for career growth
  • Membership in a global network of colleagues
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Responsible for performing professional accounting work in insurance/reinsurance operations, including retrocession reinsurance oversight, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards. Compiles, prepares, and maintains financial data and records in accordance with SAP and established company policies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Perform technical accounting work in accordance with SAP and support quarterly/annual financial reporting
  • Prepare and review key financial reconciliations, reports, and analysis to meet internal group requirements
  • Ensure key controls and reconciliations are effectively maintained with adherence to Sarbanes Oxley control framework
  • Support quarter-end and year-end close processes in accordance with company and regulatory deadlines
Reinsurance Operations
  • Serve as finance contact for retrocession reinsurance cover and ensure contracts are recorded correctly in underwriting and accounting systems
  • Arrange payment of ceded premiums and manage billing/collection of reinsurance recoveries
  • Reconcile investment schedules and handle regulatory investment limitation requests
System Management & Analysis
  • Prepare journal entries and reconcile underwriting reports to ensure accurate accounting records
  • Process broker statements and verify accuracy against contract terms, querying discrepancies with underwriters/brokers
  • Research statutory accounting practices and procedures as required
Audit & Stakeholder Management
  • Assist with internal and external audit reviews for annual audited financial statements
  • Liaise with stakeholders on reinsurance accounting queries and matters


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred
  • 2-5 years of insurance/reinsurance accounting experience, with statutory accounting experience preferred
  • Experience working with general ledger and underwriting systems
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
  • Maintains high level of professionalism, integrity, and trust
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in team environment


The salary range for this role is between:

$105,000 - $120,000

The annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below the listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but not limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one component of Allied World's comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.

Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:
• Instant membership in the Allied World - a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

Global Presence

Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.

About Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. The company offers property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance products to clients worldwide. Allied World operates through a network of offices in Bermuda, the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Learn more about Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, AG
Size
1,400 employees
Industry
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
-2%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ

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