Accountant

Description

The Staff Accountant’s primary responsibilities are to prepare monthly and quarterly reinsurance journal entries for underwriting activity for various management programs. This includes reviewing gross activity, processing gross and ceded loss and lae reserves, preparing reinsurance statements and reporting. Complete monthly settlement invoices and billing for actual premium and loss activity. In addition, perform account reconciliations, quarterly variance analysis and assist with the completion of Reinsurance schedules within the Annual Statement.•Record underwriting activity for various products•Process reinsurance activity based on established reinsurance contract terms•Track outstanding reinsurance payables and recoverables within the Cash Application System•Assist in the completion of balance sheet and income statement variance analysis compared to forecast and follow-up on understanding the variance drivers•Complete Loss Development schedule for assigned products this will be part of the underwriting activity package reporting•Prepare and reconciled certain quarterly analytics and annual reinsurance filing•Complete timely general ledger reconciliations•Complete any assigned EDH testing as required•Complete Stat system uploads as required

Skills

bank reconciliation, journal entry, general ledger, oracle, Accounting

Top Skills Details

bank reconciliation,journal entry,general ledger,oracle

Additional Skills & Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or commensurate experience required•2-3 years of experience in statutory insurance accounting preferred•Familiarity with Insurance products - (A&H, Life and Property and Casualty) preferred•Experience with annual statement software (efreedom), G/L system (Oracle Fusion), Stat System preferred•Proficiency in Microsoft office required•Basic understanding of insurance company operations preferred

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Oakbrook Terrace,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.