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Reinsurance Accountant II
Job Location:
Job Location:
Birmingham, MI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 70000 - 85000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
21 August 2026 (14 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
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Protective is seeking a Reinsurance Accounting Analyst II to join our Reinsurance Accounting team. This role is responsible for supporting the accounting and reporting activities for multiple coinsurance and reinsurance partners while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial results. The position plays a key role in monthly quarterly and annual close processes through the preparation of journal entries account reconciliations settlement statements and reporting packages.
The ideal candidate combines a strong accounting foundation with excellent analytical and communication skills. This individual will partner with internal business teams external reinsurance partners and auditors while contributing to process improvement and automation initiatives through tools such as SAP Excel Power Query Power Automate Power BI and Microsoft Copilot. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional seeking exposure to life insurance and reinsurance accounting in a collaborative and evolving environment.
This is a Hybrid role which reports to the office 3 times a week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record monthly and quarterly accounting activity for assigned coinsurance and reinsurance agreements.
- Complete monthly quarterly and annual deliverables including settlement statements reporting packages journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Analyze financial results and trends investigate variances and provide clear explanations and supporting documentation.
- Partner with accounting actuarial valuation business systems and reinsurance administration teams to resolve issues and improve reporting accuracy.
- Support the implementation of accounting processes for new acquisitions and reinsurance treaties.
- Serve as a primary contact for internal stakeholders external reinsurance partners and auditors.
- Support quarterly and annual audit activities by providing requested documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Assist with statutory reporting requirements including Schedule S and related exhibits as assigned.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and automate recurring processes using Excel Power Query Power Automate SAP and Microsoft Copilot.
- Maintain process documentation and job aids to support operational excellence and knowledge sharing.
- Cross-train with team members to enhance business continuity and support critical deliverables.
- Perform additional accounting and financial analysis responsibilities as needed
Core Competencies (Skills Knowledge and Abilities):
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
- Ability to analyze large data sets identify trends and investigate complex variances.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including data analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated interest in process automation continuous improvement and technology-driven solutions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to interact with external business partners.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn complex insurance and reinsurance accounting concepts
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting.
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience in public accounting corporate accounting insurance accounting or a related field.
- Experience preparing journal entries account reconciliations and financial reporting deliverables.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 applications.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within the life insurance annuity reinsurance or broader financial services industry.
- Familiarity with coinsurance and reinsurance treaty structures.
- Experience working with SAP including general ledger and reporting functionality.
- Experience using Power Query Power Automate Power BI and/or Microsoft Copilot.
- Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles.
- Experience supporting Schedule S reporting and regulatory filings.
- Familiarity with reinsurance administration systems such as TAI or similar platforms.
- CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.
$70000 - $85000 a year
Protectives targeted salary range for this position is $70000 to $85000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees.
The internal title for this role is Analyst II General Accounting. #LI-AP1
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits addition to offering comprehensive health dental and vision insurance we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g. paid time off paid parental leave short-term disability and a cultural observance day).The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards Protectives platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Companys benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability please emailemailprotected. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting retaining and growing an inclusive workforce.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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