Senior Reinsurance Analyst

American Ag®, global provider of diversified reinsurance services, is looking for a Senior Reinsurance Analyst to work out of our office in Schaumburg, Illinois. This is a hybrid position working in the office a minimum three days a week.

If you have reinsurance accounting and contract experience along with information systems and database experience, this might be a great opportunity to consider. This team at American Ag® plays a critical role in the financial quarter close and the accurate processing of reinsurance contract renewals in our system.

The Senior Reinsurance Analyst will be responsible for:

• Serving as the primary system administrator for the SICS reinsurance processing system:
• Setting up and maintaining assumed and ceded contracts and related processing rules
• Performing batch processing and overseeing workflows critical to operational and financial reporting
• Leading key components of the financial quarter close process, ensuring SICS outputs are accurate and aligned with accounting timelines
• Interpreting changing business requirements and determining how they should be implemented within SICS

Providing users with data that is easy to access, analyze, and understand through well-designed reporting solutions including:

• Designing, building, and maintaining Business Objects reports, universes, and ad hoc data sources
• Designing and building Power BI reports, datasets, and applications that support self-service reporting

Training employees on how to effectively use Business Objects, Power BI, SICS, and data warehouse tools:

• Providing ongoing support for reporting tools, dashboards, and data access
• Creating and maintaining user documentation, training guides, and best-practice standards
• Promoting data literacy across the organization through training sessions, workshops, and one-on-one guidance

Designing and building additional applications and utilities as needed to support business operations and reporting:

• Leading or managing IS projects
• Collaborating with business units to understand operational needs and delivering solutions that enhance efficiency and data visibility

Developing a thorough understanding of the company’s business model, reinsurance operations, financial processes, and strategic priorities:

• Serving as a liaison between departments to ensure smooth communication and coordination for data- and system-related initiatives
• Supporting ad hoc data and reporting needs

What is needed for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of experience working in information systems, preferably insurance or reinsurance information systems. Experience working in SICS is a plus.
• Experience working in property/casualty insurance and reinsurance
• Reinsurance accounting experience is a plus
• Experience with Power BI (reports, data modeling, DAX);
  Business Objects (reports, queries);
  Microsoft Excel (DAX, Power Query, VBA); and Microsoft Access (forms, queries, modules)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical users
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and support cross-department initiatives
• CPCU and/or ARe designations are a plus

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $130,000 and $150,000. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for an annual productivity bonus. For information regarding our benefits, please note that details may be provided upon request.

We do not sponsor employment visas and are unable to take over an employment visa from another employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

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