Manager, Ceded Reinsurance Finance

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Company Details

"Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence." Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States.Along the way, the company has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, become a Fortune 500 Company, joined the S&P 500, and seen its gross written premiums exceed $10 billion.Today the Berkley brand comprises more than 50 businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance and Monoline Excess. Led by Executive Chairman, founder and largest shareholder, William R. Berkley and President and Chief Executive Officer, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., W. R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned to respond to opportunities for future growth.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

We’re hiring a Manager, Ceded Reinsurance Finance  to lead key accounting and operational processes supporting our ceded reinsurance portfolio.

In this role, you’ll oversee month-end close, manage reinsurance accounting activities, support system transformations, and partner closely with Finance, IT, and offshore teams to ensure accurate and efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead ceded reinsurance accounting, invoicing, and recoveries

Manage month-end close across multiple business units

Support system implementations, testing, and process improvements

Interpret reinsurance treaties and ensure compliance

Oversee reconciliations and data integrity across systems

Partner cross-functionally and support regulatory reporting

Qualifications

5+ years in ceded reinsurance operations

Strong knowledge of reinsurance accounting and treaty structures

Experience with reinsurance systems (PeopleSoft a plus)

Advanced Excel; exposure to Power BI, RPA, or other automation tools is a plus

Strong communication and collaboration skills

#Greenwich #Conneticut 

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. Base Salary Range: $120-165K, dependent on experience, knowledge and location. Berkley is committed to offering comprehensive and competitive employee health benefits that help our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement. We support our employees in planning for their current and future security by offering Short & Long Term Disability, 401(k)/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment/Travel and Additional Life Insurance. We want our employees to live productive and fulfilling lives. We promote work-life balance and personal wellness by providing an Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Holidays) and encouraging employees to participate in our groups wellness program. We take risk management excellence and your professional growth and ongoing development seriously by offering industry-related education and exams along with industry-related tuition assistance.

Additional Requirements

Location and Travel: • Primary location Greenwich, CT. • Travel: Some travel may be required.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role