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ABOUT IFG COMPANIES
Founded in 1985, IFG Companies is one of America’s largest privately-held specialty property and casualty insurance groups. Rated "A" by A. M. Best Company, IFG Companies focuses on profitable growth through superior underwriting of a range of products for its producer partners and insureds.
SALARY RANGE
The expected salary range is $63,000 to $70,000 and subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Company.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Reinsurance Operations Analyst will work closely with the Director of Reinsurance on the process of cash recoveries and reinsurance billing. This role will provide critical support to the reinsurance reconciliation and ensuring all monies are accounted for, and will work with the actuarial, claims and finance teams on a regular basis.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):
- Work in conjunction with the Director of Reinsurance in processing reinsurance notices and billing.
- Process the application of cash recoveries on reinsurance bills, evaluating, identifying potential errors or inconsistencies and present solutions.
- Assist in ceded reinsurance reconciliations, including reviewing and identifying inconsistencies and providing solutions for improved outcomes.
- Proactively develop and manage reinsurance recoverable aging reports.
- Responsible for monitoring, tracking and applying cash for reinsurance transactions through financial software and ensuring all monies are accounted for.
- Utilize software, data analysis tools, and relevant technologies to streamline processes and enhance accuracy.
- Identify, investigate, and provide solutions to resolve issues which may affect Company financial results.
- Communicate, resolve questions and provide guidance to reinsurers regarding reinsurance accounting on reinsurance bookings.
- Collaborate with all levels of the organization, Actuarial, Claims, Finance, and Enterprise Risk Management team.
- Proof documents and calculations supporting data quality requirements.
- Review and interpret contracts relative to reinsurance calculations. Guide reinsurance
- Supporting other (re)insurance operations activities and reports as needed.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proven to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and projects simultaneously
- Demonstrates and fosters a sense of urgency, strong commitment, and accountability
- Able to challenge appropriately, supporting business cases with facts and information
- Strong ability to quickly assess and offer effective solutions to problems efficiently
- Self-directed with the ability to make sound judgements independently while knowing when to bring situations to the attention of Management
- Familiarity with reinsurance concepts, processes, and terminology, desirable
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or comparable field
- 1 – 3 years’ experience in insurance claim processing, billing, or receivable
- Strong computer skills with demonstrated high accuracy output
- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables) including database management expertise and large data sets
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Physical demands are considered to be that of an office environment, climate controlled, with minimal physical exertion. This position requires prolonged sitting, ability to utilize a computer and interactions with others meetings or via phone.
BENEFITS
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, long-term care, education assistance and paid time off, including paid parental leave and a birthday holiday.
IFG Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
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