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    Director Financial Accounting - Leawood, United States - SCOR

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    SCOR Leawood, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job Description

    Job Summary

    The responsibilities encompass overseeing the claims, suspense, and IBNP calculation, preparation, and recording of quarterly journal entries, reviewing reconciliations, conducting in-depth analytics, and providing comprehensive reports and presentation to senior leadership. You will also manage the relationship and deliverables associated with the financial close as an Administrator for a Third Party.

    Responsibilities

    Key duties and responsibilities
    • Present quarterly results and insights to senior leadership and other stakeholders in a clear and effective manner.
    • Lead a team, identifying and developing key talent within the team and providing suitable opportunities for growth of team members.
    • Manage the day-to-day activities of the Claims & IBNP Reserve Team, providing guidance and support.
    • Oversee the quarter-end financial close process, including reviewing calculation, trend analysis, financial statement account reconciliations, and journal entries prepared by other team members.
    • Build and nurture a strong relationship with our TPA client, serving as the primary point of contract, and ensuring a seamless TPA quarterly close.
    • Analyze quarterly results, identifying variances to expectations, prior periods, and budgeted amounts, and making recommendations for adjustments or enhancements as necessary.
    • Manage and assess Incurred But Not Paid (IBNP) reserves, and work closely with cross-function teams to ensure the accuracy and compliance with the IBNP methodology.
    • Implement and enhance IBNP forecasting models to support financial planning and decision-making.
    • Conduct regular reviews of IBNP reserve adequacy and recommend adjustments as needed.
    • Develop and maintain documentation outlining process methodologies, assumptions, and procedures.
    • Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard financial process and data integrity.
    • Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and support during audits.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional departments such as Operations, FP&A, Actuaries, and Financial Reporting to facilitate a smooth and accurate financial close.
    • Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial close process.
    Qualifications

    Required experience & competencies
    • 8+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the insurance or financial service industries.
    • CPA or equivalent combination of education & experience, preferred.
    • Advanced technical skills in accounting, reserves, financial forecasts, and risk management.
    • Ability to see the big picture, envision long-term goals for the team, and formulate strategic plans that align with the Finance organization objectives.
    • Exceptional presentation skills in conveying complex information and strategic insights to senior management in an accessible and understandable manner.
    • Strong organization, analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
    • Strong attention to detail with ability to work effectively in fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
    • Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with individuals at all levels within the Company to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results.
    • Ability to exercise professional judgement and assume responsibility for decisions which have an impact on people and quality of work product.
    • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software systems.
    • Ability and willingness to work additional hours to meet challenging deadlines even in areas beyond direct responsibility.
    • Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate & develop staff.
    • Experience mentoring and developing talent within the team
    • Insurance and/or reinsurance accounting experience and education, preferred.
    Required Education
    • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance
    • CPA or equivalent combination of education & experience, preferred
    About Us

    SCOR, the 4th largest reinsurer in the world, provides insurance companies with a diversified and innovative range of solutions and services to control and manage risk. Leveraging experience and expertise to deliver "The Art & Science of Risk", SCOR provides cutting-edge financial solutions, analytics tools and services in all areas related to risk - from Life & Health and Property & Casualty insurance to Investments. Our specialized teams operate in over 160 countries, fostering long-term relationships with clients.

    In order to provide our clients with a broad range of innovative reinsurance solutions, SCOR pursues an underwriting policy that is founded on profitability and supported by effective risk management strategy and a prudent investment policy. This approach allows us to offer clients an optimum level of security, to create value for shareholders, and to contribute to the welfare and resilience of society by helping to protect insureds against the risks they face.

    At SCOR, we believe that employing people from different backgrounds and ensuring inclusivity is a major driving force for the success of the Group. We are committed to fostering a work environment in which all employees are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, and can contribute fully to SCOR's success.


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