Sr. Specialist, Financial Reporting & Accounting

AXA•Stamford, CT

About The Position

This role will report to the Head of US Statutory Reporting and will be a core member of AXA XL’s US Controllers team. The Senior Specialist, Financial Reporting & Accounting, will be responsible for the preparation and review of select US statutory financial statements of at least seven legal entities. The ideal candidate will be one that has insurance or reinsurance accounting experience, can work independently as well as within cross-functional team settings and brings a curious mindset to constantly learn and improve the processes within the department.

Requirements

Experienced in progressive US accounting or financial reporting experience. At least three years of US insurance or reinsurance industry work experience preferred.
Robust understanding of accounting and financial reporting as it relates to the US property and casualty insurance industry
Knowledge and experience in the application of significant NAIC statutory accounting principles and the preparation of risk based capital models
Proven interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work both cross functionally within teams and independently in the preparation and completion of financial statements and filings.
An organized individual who pays attention to detail with the ability to complete time-sensitive assigned tasks clearly and concisely.
Microsoft Excel and reporting software proficiency with proven abilities in data manipulation using pivot tables, formula creation and modifications. Should be comfortable working with large amounts of data.
Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment. One should possess a curious mindset who is eager to improve existing processes using the latest technological tools provided by the company.
Ability to optimize process efficiency through use of automation / AI
Bachelor’s degree with an accounting specialization. Related accounting experience can be a substitute for degree in related area of study. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent designation preferred.

Responsibilities

Work within a team to prepare, review and file US Statutory financial statements and related schedules within financial reporting timelines
Draft and review audited financial statements as well as answering inquiries and providing supporting documentation to external auditors as part of the annual audit.
Coordinate with various cross-functional teams and AXA XL’s offshore service delivery centers to compile and consolidate the company’s financial statements as well as resolve issues.
Execute and maintain documentation for key internal controls including periodic reconciliations, analyses and reviews
Research emerging and current accounting issues as it relates to Statutory Accounting Principles and apply them to AXA XL’s entities
Develop an advanced knowledge of the company’s various IT applications to apply to quarterly financial reporting processes as well as respond to internal and external stakeholder requests.
Be involved in project workstreams associated with accounting requirement changes, reporting for large/complex non-recurring transactions and company-wide change initiatives.

Benefits

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter
AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security.
It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.
competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs
wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers.