Reinsurance Accountant

The Opportunity:

The Captive Reinsurance Accountant role provides crucial support in the evaluation and management of reinsurance contracts, claims, and relationships with reinsurers. The role is key to ensuring compliance with company policies, efficient claim settlement, and effective communication and collaboration with reinsurers. Additionally, the incumbent will contribute to the generation of insightful reinsurance reports and analysis to support informed decision-making within the organization.

In This Role You Will Execute On:

• Prepare technical, financial accounting of premium, claim and reserves based on statement of accounts or on bordereaux.

• Review and analyze reinsurance contracts to ensure adherence to company policies and guidelines.

• Manage the processing and settlement of reinsurance claims, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

• Generate reinsurance reports and conduct analysis to support decision-making.

• Consult internal stakeholders on Statutory and Reinsurance Accounting expertise and guidance.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with reinsurers.

• Drive continuous process improvement and standardization; actively identify areas for process improvement and inefficiencies.

• Join relevant training sessions to maintain current relevant knowledge and of the system, processes, and changes.

• Keep SOP/training guides up to date for role and processes in collaboration with Captive Account Executives.

• Perform other duties and special projects as requested.

In This Role You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably Accounting or Finance.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in reinsurance accounting, insurance or similar financial area.

• Proficiency in MS Office, primarily Excel, Outlook, Teams.

• Skilled at building and maintaining internal and external (carrier) relationships.

• Strong attention to detail and focus on metrics.

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English.

• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability and willingness to travel by car or airplane for meetings, conferences, or other business-related functions.

Why Hylant?

Since 1935, Hylant has been a family‑owned insurance brokerage built on relationships, trust, and a people‑first mindset. We believe great work is rooted in understanding people — our clients, our communities, and each other — and delivering thoughtful solutions that rise above the expected.

Anything But Typical. Everything for You. isn’t just a message; it’s how we show up. It reflects a culture where people come first, careers are supported with purpose, and going above and beyond is the standard, not the exception. At Hylant, you’re more than an employee, you’re part of a team that treats one another like family and works together to make a meaningful impact.

Why Hylant? A Career That’s Anything But Typical

At Hylant, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that grow with you. For over 90 years, our family-owned business has stood for more than insurance. We stand for people.

When you join Hylant, you become part of a family that champions support, respect, flexibility, and a healthy work-life balance. It’s no surprise we’ve been named a “Best Place to Work in Insurance” for 17 consecutive years. In 2024 alone, Hylant and our incredible team earned 24 awards, celebrating our commitment to workplace culture, community involvement, and individual achievement.

We’re proud to be anything but typical in our industry. Here’s what makes Hylant different:

• Opportunity on your terms: Whether you're just starting out or looking to lead, we offer clear career paths, tailored development programs, and the freedom to grow in the direction that fits you best.

• Relationships that build people up: Our culture is rooted in empathy and collaboration. You’ll be surrounded by mentors, teammates, and leaders who care about your success.

• A chance to make a real impact: From serving clients with integrity to giving back to our communities, your work at Hylant will matter—locally and globally.

We invest in our people through programs like the Hylant Career Academy, Leadership Catalyst, and Hylant MBA, and we celebrate the wins—big and small—along the way.

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, belong, and make a difference, we invite you to explore what makes Hylant a destination for top talent—and a place where you gain so much more.