Accountant - Software Guidance & Assistance

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Accountant for a permanent hire assignment with one of our premier reinsurance clients in Warren, NJ .

Responsibilities :

• Records underwriting activity (programs) from external sources on a quarterly basis; this includes journal entry preparation, account reconciliations and researching and documenting all fluctuations.
• Review documents/spreadsheets related to underwriting activity from external sources prepared by outsourcing partners and communicate results of this review.
• Preparation of regulatory reporting schedules for NAIC Annual Statement for three insurance companies including: Page 14s, Schedule P for assigned programs, Jurat pages, Combined annual statement schedules and other schedules as assigned.
• Preparation of regulatory reporting schedules for NAIC Quarterly Statement for three insurance companies including: Part 3 for assigned programs, by line and by state schedules, Jurats and other schedules as assigned.
• Participate in Financial Audits and respond to all applicable audit requests timely and accurately.
• Prepare all assigned state annual/quarterly statement filing requirements.
• Process ceded payments when due through internal payment system.
• Apply cash receipts/payments in reinsurance system as needed.
• Document and maintain all procedures documentation for assigned responsibilities.
• Participate in special projects as needed.

Required Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting required.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to do complex mathmatical calculations, understand data, calculate figures such as fees, interest, penalties, proportions, and percentages. Must also be able to apply all concepts of basic algebra.
• Strong reasoning, problem solving, and interpretation skills in regards to written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to meet overtime demand (January - March mandatory)

*Property and casualty insurance experience preferred.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.