Accounting Director – NA P&C

Tokio Marine HCC•Houston, TX

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tokio Marine HCC is a leading specialty insurance group with offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, Ireland, and other exciting locations. With the strength and stability that comes from being a member of the Tokio Marine Group, and more than forty years of growth, profitability, and stability, we offer important insurance products that most people don’t even know exist. Every policy we write is special, enabling our clients to do amazing things. From insuring the crops that feed us to the rock concerts that entertain us, to rescuing international travelers in trouble, we offer more than 100 classes of specialty insurance. Applying our Mind Over Risk philosophy to writing insurance allows our customers take on opportunity with confidence. That philosophy defines our way of thinking, unites us as a team, and differentiates us from our competitors. We are much more than just an insurance company; we are a good company. Role Overview Partners closely with senior management, actuaries, auditors, and international counterparts. Plays a critical role in overseeing underwriting results, reinsurance accounting, intercompany transactions, and financial close processes. Oversees the general accounting function for TMHCC’s North America Property & Casualty segment. Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting under GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, with working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to support global and intercompany reporting needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
10 years of relevant and progressive accounting experience, preferably within the insurance industry.
6 years of people leadership and management experience.
Strong background in Property & Casualty insurance accounting, including underwriting and reinsurance.
Hands-on experience with GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles.
Strong technical accounting and financial analysis skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, auditors, actuaries, and international stakeholders.
High attention to detail, strong judgment, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
Advanced proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office Package (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word).
Will require travel up to 25% of time.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the CFO in preparing ad hoc financial reports for senior management, auditors, actuaries, and accounting personnel.
Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting to support management decision-making.
Review journal entries, financial analyses, quarterly and annual filings, and related accounting documentation.
Assist with and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including balance sheet reconciliations to the general ledger.
Oversee and analyze underwriting results, related journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for reinsurance transactions, including premiums, recoverables, and payables.
Ensure all business transactions are properly authorized and executed in compliance with company accounting policies, GAAP, Statutory Accounting Principles, and applicable IFRS requirements.
Maintain strong internal controls and support ongoing process improvements.
Coordinate and interact with internal auditors, including support for audits, reviews, and regulatory examinations.
Ensure timely and accurate intercompany transactions and reconciliations with international counterparts.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support IFRS-related reporting, analysis, and reconciliation as needed.
Provide guidance and coaching to the accounting team.
Assign and manage priorities to ensure deadlines are consistently met in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Support special projects, accounting research, and process enhancements as needed.