GenStar Insurance Services, LLC is a premier provider of excess, surplus, and specialty property and casualty insurance written on General Star Indemnity Company (non-admitted) and General Star National Insurance Company (admitted) paper (collectively, the GenStar companies). The GenStar companies conduct business through a select group of wholesale brokers, managing general underwriters (MGUs), and program administrators in the United States. The GenStar companies are members of the Berkshire Hathaway Family of Companies.
GenStar currently offers an excellent opportunity for an Accounting & Operations Analyst based in either our Stamford, CT or Atlanta, GA office. This is a hybrid role.
Role Description
This role is a position within the Business Services Division (BSD). The Accounting and Operations (A&O) units in BSD are responsible and accountable for underwriting support, policy/contract issuance, and the processing, reporting and analysis of a wide variety of financial and operational data. A&O unit members work with internal clients, external clients, as well as other internal and external business partners. This position provides key operations and administrative support to our Property underwriting division as required to complete the underwriting process in accordance with established workflows, procedures and other company protocols. This position will partner with Underwriting in all areas in support of the quoting, binding and policy issuance processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Unit members perform various accounting and operational activities including but, not limited to:
o Accurate and timely processing, reporting, and analysis of premium, claim, reinsurance and other financial/policy data for GenStar
o Provide and coordinate training to unit associates to ensure complete understanding of (re)insurance operations & accounting processes
o Develop and maintain positive collaborative relationships with both internal and external clients
o Respond to internal inquiries regarding GenStar premium or claims data
o Participate as a subject matter expert in process review and/or redesign
o Lead internal or external audits, training, etc., which may require domestic travel
o Perform other project work or data / financial analysis as required
o Prepare, review and evaluate data or financial reports
o Create or update procedure manuals, ensuring that processes are documented accurately and documentation is kept current
o Accurately collects and monitors data on a regular basis, reviewing for inconsistencies and errors to ensure data integrity.
Role Qualifications and Experience
Demonstrate the ability to achieve the General Re Core Competencies, including but not limited to:
o Requires two plus years of experience in (re)insurance operations and accounting
o Associates or Bachelor’s degree in business and/or a technology related field preferred.
o Strong quantitative skills and proficiency using Microsoft Excel and SQL databases;
o Superb data mining skills.
o Proven technical skills in data reporting and analysis
o Comprehensive understanding and subject matter expertise of the (re)insurance operations and accounting processes supported by the A&O unit
o Proficiency in using business operations, accounting, financial, and insurance/reinsurance industry terminology
o Ability to understand and accurately respond to questions from internal and external clients
o Ability to identify & explain process problems and errors and resolve them or discuss with the appropriate party for resolution
o Ability to work collaboratively, share knowledge and best practices with the unit
o Excellent written and oral communication skills for interaction with internal clients and external business partners
o Superior time management, prioritizing, and organizational skills to be able to manage multiple projects effectively
o Desire to seek opportunities to build upon job knowledge, technical skills or challenging assignments
o Knowledge and understanding of Property and Casualty insurance principles and practices a plus.
o Excellent computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Microsoft Outlook.
o Understanding and experience with administrative and clerical procedures including managing electronic files, data, and records.
o Exceptional understanding of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes meeting established time and quality standards ensuring customer satisfaction.
o Capability to work independently and within a team/group environment.
o Takes ownership and accountability for one’s own work product – commitment to quality.
o Ability to quickly adapt to an ever-changing environment.
o Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills.
o Proven analytical skills including the ability to identify and report problems or errors while working with significant amounts of detailed information.
o Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with internal and external resources in a multi-cultural environment
Salary Range
63,000.00 - 106,000.00 USD
The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the US and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
Our Corporate Headquarters Address
General Reinsurance Corporation
400 Atlantic Street, 9th Floor
Stamford, CT 06901 (US)
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