Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required., 2-3 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in the Property and Casualty insurance industry., CPA or CPA candidate preferred, with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel., Experience with investment accounting and SEC reporting is a plus..

Key responsibilities:

Oversee accounting and reporting for the company’s investments, including reconciliation of e-investment holdings.

Prepare monthly close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.

Assist with SEC filings and prepare quarter-end financial reporting packages.

Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and provide support for internal and external audits.

Job description

Come grow with James River Insurance!

James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.

At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. We are proud of our recent national recognition as a 2023, 2022, and 2021 Top Workplaces USA awards.

James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.

Job Summary

Oversee Accounting and Reporting for the Company’s Investments.

Duties And Responsibilities

Reconcile e-investment holdings and activity to supporting reports and custodial accounts.
Accounting for the Company’s private investment portfolio including equity method investments in renewable energy and limited partnerships.
Monthly close process – preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, review of trial balance, financial statement preparation including analytics.
Prepare quarter-end financial reporting packages and schedules.
Assist with the Company’s SEC filings and NAIC Statements.
Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and other special projects as needed.
Adherence to Company internal controls and accounting policies.
Provide client assistance as needed for internal and external audits.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience And Education

Sr. Accountant

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
2-3 years of relevant experience
CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Property and Casualty insurance experience a plus
Experience with Clearwater Analytics, LLC a plus
Investment accounting experience a plus
SEC reporting experience a plus

Staff Accountant II

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related required
CPA designation strongly preferred
Five years’ experience in corporate and/or public accountancy or finance roles required
Two years of hands-on accounting experience within the Property and Casualty Insurance industry strongly preferred

Staff Accountant

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related required
Three years’ experience in corporate and/or public accountancy or finance roles required
Working towards CPA designation a plus
Hands-on accounting experience within the Property and Casualty Insurance industry desired, but not required

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