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This role will also focus on overseeing the deployment of best practices to achieve a stable end-to-end reinsurance/technical accounting process including challenging existing processes and the key control framework.\nThis role will own the books and records for actual results, partnering closely with stakeholders who influence reported figures and challenging processes when financial entries are requested by the accounting team. In addition, you will require a strong understanding of how the overall processing of transactions fits into the broader Munich Re group financial statements as well as local STAT financial statements.\nResponsibilities:\nAccounting Oversight & Financial Reporting\nOwn the management and quality assurance over all accounting functions, including reinsurance/technical accounting (premiums, claims, reserves, etc.) and non-technical accounting (investments, pensions, cash, etc.) for IFRS and STAT\nReview and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and disclosures for non-insurance areas such as pensions, leases, and intercompany\nReview accounting research and resolve complex or new reinsurance treaties, transactions, and investment structures as required\nReview key analyses and documentation, including impairment analyses, fluctuation analyses, and footnote disclosures prepared by the MRAS Investment Accounting Shared Service Center\nReinsurance Governance & Process Excellence\nAchieve alignment with Munich Re’s Reinsurance Accounting (RIA) Department on global governance and requirements, including IFRS accounting, Plan, and Forecast figures\nOversee the deployment of best practices to maintain a stable end-to-end reinsurance/technical accounting process, including challenging existing processes and the control framework\nPeople Leadership & Team Management\nSupervise the Reinsurance Accounting and General/Non-Technical Accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate execution of accounting entries, reconciliations, analytics, and key controls\nResponsible for hiring, training, and supervising staff within the Accounting workstream in Finance\nInternal Controls & Audit\nOversee the development, maintenance, and documentation of controls to ensure compliance with internal control requirements (ORCS and MARSOX)\nAct as the primary liaison with internal and external auditors\nDeploy modern automation (including but not limited to AI agents) to streamline processes and improve efficiency\nQualifications:\nWe are seeking a seasoned finance leader with insurance or reinsurance experience who thrives in complex, regulated environments. You combine technical rigor with executive presence and are comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on leadership.\nCPA required\n10+ years of progressive accounting experience\nInsurance/Reinsurance experience required\nPublic accounting experience preferred\nCreation and/or review of journal entries, including accounting accruals, estimates and subjective accounting for technical accounting\nApplication of STAT and IFRS Accounting policy to daily, monthly and quarterly accounting in functions overseen\nAuthorizations and recommendations for approval of certain write off balances and amounts within defined thresholds based on account balances and impact of write off\nAccounting decisions on defined benefit plan (Pension) and deferred compensation plan accounting and journal entry authorization for multi-million pension liability\nOversight and governance of the control environment of reinsurance accounting, investment accounting, cash and pension\nReconciliation and risk tolerance decisions on reconciling items\nOwnership and sign-off of investment schedules for regulatory filings (e.g. Bluebook schedule Ds, etc.) and audited financial statements\nOracle system experience preferred, SAP system experience a plus\nIFRS and Insurance Statutory accounting experience preferred\nExcellent communication, organizational and time management skills\nStrong project management and ability to motivate a team towards a common goal, effectively works in a team environment and on an individual/independent basis\nHigh degree of attention to detail, documentation skills are proficient and concise\nContinuous improvement mindset, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks\nProficiency in Excel and Power BI\nOur Benefits:\nComprehensive Medical Plans\nPTO and Family Leave\nRetirement Savings Plans\nDental and Vision Plans\nLife and Disability insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nAdoption Assistance\nWellness Programs - Calm, WW, SoFI, Virgin Pulse\nCommuter Benefits\nFSA and HSA Plans\nHospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Plans\nAt Munich Re US, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services. We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nAbout Munich Re\nTogether, we engage with everything we have and are, to help humankind act braver and better.\nAs the world’s leading reinsurance company with more than 40,000 employees in over 50 locations around the globe, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into manageable risk, we enable fundamental change. We recognize Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging as a key priority with a culture that welcomes different thoughts and opinions. We dare to think big and are continuously innovating on behalf of our clients.\nThe Company is open to considering candidates in New York City. The base salary range anticipated for this position is $186,000 to $215,000, plus an opportunity for an annual company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay.\nThe salary estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for candidates hired in this position. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.\nPlease note that only candidates who are selected for interview will be contacted directly. 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