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About Everest:
Everest Group, Ltd. (Everest), is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in North America, Latin America, the UK & Ireland, Continental Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Our most critical asset is our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. We also offer generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement programs, mentoring opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and Colleague Resource Groups.

About the Role:

The Finance Operations Group of Everest Insurance, a member of the Everest Re Group, Ltd. is looking for an Accountant to join our Warren, NJ office.

Role & Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Preparation of daily loss funding transactions and AP vouchers and address funding/banking issues as necessary.

• Process Journal Entries in assisting with the monthly/quarterly closing responsibilities.

• Assist with organizing and processing quarterly accrual, reclass and adjustment entries.

• Perform/review monthly reconciliations and variance analysis of claim funding accounts.

• Performing Balance sheet account reconciliations including suspense accounts and others as per corporate timelines and Everest Policies.

• Ensure TPA documentation and Insurance Certificates are up to date.

• Gain working knowledge of various claim/Policy management systems.

• Maintain business relationships with TPA contacts to exchange information and resolve issues and questions.

• Work with both External and Internal Auditors ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with required controls and procedures.

• Perform ad hoc requests/special projects as needed.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and work with Finance, IT and Operations to implement changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an accounting or a finance role.

• Reconciliation experience essential.

• Insurance accounting knowledge is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to handle complex data sets.

• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Independent problem solving, Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and organization skills.

• Time management and prioritizing work demands with minimal supervision.

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture 

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.  

For NJ Only: The base salary range for this position is $57,000 - $86,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. 

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. 

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Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at [email protected].

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