Financial Analyst

About the Opportunity Our client, a well established insurance carrier with a growing finance team, is looking for an analyst to join on a 12-18 month contract. This is a hands on financial accounting role supporting reinsurance processes and working closely with the underwriting team, with real opportunity to make an impact through process improvement and account cleanup work. This role reports into an AVP and sits within a finance team of 30+, in an organization currently going through an ownership transition, making this a great opportunity to get in front of change and grow with the team. What You'll Do Prepare and process journal entries Follow up with reinsurers on outstanding items Work closely with the underwriting team to support accurate, timely reporting Ensure invoices are paid with proper backup documentation and approvals Support cleanup and organization of older account items Identify and help implement process improvements and automation opportunities Support month end, quarter end, and year end close, including some overtime as needed What You'll Need Minimum 3 years of accounting or finance experience within the insurance industry, ideally 3+ years at one organization Working knowledge of reinsurance Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs (macros an asset) General ledger experience on any major ERP system A track record of improving processes or driving efficiency within an accounting function Strong communication skills and comfort working cross functionally Nice to Have CPA designation or Big 4 background Experience with account cleanup or reconciliation projects What Success Looks Like Someone who is coachable, collaborative, and comfortable in a smaller team environment where responsibilities can overlap. Adaptable to a changing environment and willing to step outside a narrowly defined scope when needed.

The role involves processing journal entries and supporting reinsurance processes while collaborating with the underwriting team for accurate reporting. Key duties include managing invoice payments, performing account cleanup, and implementing process automation.

Candidates need at least 3 years of accounting or finance experience within the insurance industry and a strong working knowledge of reinsurance. Proficiency in Excel and experience with major ERP systems are required.

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• Financial Accounting
• Reinsurance
• Journal Entries
• Excel
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUPs
• General Ledger
• ERP Systems
• Process Improvement
• Account Reconciliation
• Month-end Close
• Cross-functional Communication

• Finance & Accounting

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate

Application method

Direct apply is available