Reinsurance Program Lead

The Reinsurance Program Lead is responsible for overseeing the company's reinsurance operations, accounting, and administration while supporting the execution of the organization's reinsurance program. This role ensures the accurate administration of reinsurance contracts, timely financial reporting, recoverables management, and compliance with contractual, regulatory, and accounting requirements. Working closely with Finance, Underwriting, Claims, Actuarial, and external brokers and reinsurers, the Reinsurance Program Lead provides operational and financial support that enables the effective execution of the company's reinsurance strategy.

Manages the day-to-day administration of treaty and facultative reinsurance programs, ensuring accurate implementation of contract terms

Oversees reinsurance accounting activities, including ceded premium and loss reporting, recoverables, settlements, and account reconciliations

Ensures timely and accurate reporting to reinsurers, brokers, auditors, and regulatory agencies

Monitors reinsurance recoverables and collaborates with Claims and Finance to facilitate timely collections and resolve outstanding balances

Coordinates reinsurance renewal activities by preparing data, financial analyses, and supporting documentation for management, brokers, and reinsurers

Reviews reinsurance contracts to ensure operational processes align with contract provisions and identify potential issues requiring resolution

Partners with Underwriting, Actuarial, Finance, and Claims to support the administration and financial reporting of the reinsurance program

Maintains accurate reinsurance records and documentation, ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements

Supports internal and external audits by providing requested documentation, reconciliations, and analysis

Prepares recurring management reports and analyses related to ceded results, recoverables, treaty activity, and operational performance

Identifies opportunities to improve reinsurance processes, controls, reporting, and system efficiency

Performs other duties as assigned

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Finance, Risk Management, Mathematics, or related field

Typically requires 7+ years of progressive reinsurance or insurance experience

Preferred or Specialized

Certifications & Licenses

CPCU, ARe, or FCAS/ASAS designations preferred