Senior Manager, Reinsurance Financial Operations

2 weeks ago


Albany, New York, United States Lincoln Financial Group Full time

Alternate Locations:
Work from Home; various locations

Work Arrangement:

Remote :
Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

Relocation assistance:
is not available for this opportunity.

The Role at a Glance


As the Senior Manager of Reinsurance Financial Operations, you will oversee a team, facilitate the integration of new strategic reinsurance agreements, and manage the administration of existing reinsurance contracts.

Strategic reinsurance agreements involve intricate accounting and administrative challenges that must be assessed individually as each agreement develops.

This position will necessitate collaboration with various business units and key stakeholders to assess the structure of reinsurance agreements, identify and communicate accounting concerns, propose accounting solutions, and relay updates to accounting stakeholders.

In this role, you will work closely with the Chief Accounting Office to ensure clarity in the reporting of new and existing reinsurance agreements, both on a GAAP and STAT basis.

Oversee both onshore and offshore affiliate captive reinsurance operations. Support the monthly and/or quarterly closing processes and reinsurance GAAP and Statutory financial reporting requirements.

General Purpose of Job

This position will provide leadership and direction to ensure group results for their assigned Reinsurance accounting area(s) of responsibility.

They will direct the preparation, recording, analysis, and reporting of complex Reinsurance accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles.

What you'll be doing

Evaluate reinsurance agreements, their structure, and the financial accounting implications of these agreements.

  • Ability to interpret reinsurance treaty agreements and apply concepts in the agreements to the appropriate accounting and administrative approach.
  • Research accounting guidelines and apply appropriate accounting guidance to complex reinsurance transactions and structures.
  • Understand, evaluate, and conclude on risk transfer as it applies to new agreements on both a GAAP and Statutory basis.
  • Collaborate on proforma financial statements for new and/or amended reinsurance accounting transactions.
  • Review and analyze proforma financial statements to determine impacts of the agreements on the enterprise and ensure proforma financial statement reporting is accurate.
  • Explain the financial statement impacts of the reinsurance agreement to key stakeholders and leaders.
  • Evaluate treaty administrative implications of reinsurance structures to ensure the Reinsurance Accounting team can support ongoing administrative requirements.
  • Responsible for Reinsurance reporting, internal and external, on new and current reinsurance transactions.
  • Support a timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial close process.
  • Understand the relationship of applicable systems and data required to account for and support administration of new agreements as applicable.
  • Develop control processes to ensure effective procedures are in place to support internal operating and SOX controls as new agreements are established.
  • Identify and recommend best practice opportunities to improve efficiencies as new reinsurance processes are established.
  • Provide training and development opportunities, including stretch assignments, for team members and give honest and open feedback to aid in the development of talent.
  • Establish and implement individual and team priorities, performance goals, and objectives.
  • Manage and evaluate individual/team performance and take appropriate action to meet and/or exceed performance standards.
  • Ensure that top talent is hired and retained to support these responsibilities.
  • Develop and maintain a strong relationship with internal/external auditors as applicable and ensure identified issues are resolved in a collaborative manner.
  • Carries out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines. Complies with all company and site policies and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as required.
What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in accounting that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position, including 3+ years of managerial, supervisory, and/or demonstrated leadership experience.

  • 4 Year/Bachelor's degree
  • CPA Certification is a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully hire, retain, develop, and coach staff via a culture of real-time performance feedback, with the ability to build both technical and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated strong relationship management skills with internal clients (e.g., senior management, peers, and colleagues); proven ability to develop creative and collaborative approaches.
  • Finds common ground and can gain collaboration among senior management, colleagues, and peers; can influence outcomes without directing or commanding.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and recommend process improvements.
  • Demonstrates strong project management leadership skills including the critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives.

Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights, and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.


What's in it for you:
Clearly defined career tracks and levels to help you successfully manage your career

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

PTO/parental leave

Competitive 401K and employee benefits

Free financial counseling, health coaching, and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations

Effective productivity/technology tools and training

Pay Range:
$90,300 - $164,700


Actual base pay could vary based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency, and qualifications required for the role.

The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees.

In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit, and individual.

Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives, and Lincoln's standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect, and retire with confidence.

Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.



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