Accounting Manager - Third Party Programs

Pan-American Life Insurance (PALIG) is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations for our Accident & Health Special Markets business. In this role, you'll own the period-end close process, lead third-party program accounting, and play a key role in audit, reporting, and strategic partnership management.

This is a highly visible role where you'll collaborate cross-functionally and drive process improvements with our program partners. Ideal candidates to be located in the New Orleans, LA. area for a hybrid work arrangement but other qualified candidates will be considered.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Monthly Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and period-end close processes for Special Markets
• Prepare and review journal entries, payment requests and oversee the accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure timely, accurate reporting and resolve discrepancies, changes or questions proactively

• Serve as the primary accounting contact for third-party program partners
• Manage monthly data submissions and resolve accounting inquiries
• Build strong, trusted relationships to support ongoing business success

• Lead premium audits (on-site anddesk)
• Partner with compliance teams to coordinate audit execution
• Support due diligence efforts for new and existing programs

• Prepare and oversee the captive reinsurer collateral calculations
• Lead contact for Special markets external audits requests
• Prepare any quarterly or annual reporting as needed

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff (Accountant I & II)
• Provide coaching, training, performance feedback, and development planning
• Ensure team alignment, accountability, and on-time delivery

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 5+ years of accounting experience, audit, or related field
• 1+ years of experience managing or supervising team members
• Ability to travel about 15% to our MGU program partners (8-10 trips annually)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading audits and reconciling complex data
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Experience in insurance or program accounting
• CPA license

• Competitive compensation package (base salary & bonus incentive)
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
• Medical and dental coverage effective the first of the month following 30 days of service
• Hybrid / Remote work opportunities (dependent on candidate location)