Senior Reinsurance Accountant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU014264/SHA

Date posted:

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R700 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a high-performing Senior Reinsurance Accountant with experience in investment-linked reinsurance structures?
A niche investment and financial services firm with a global footprint and a strong alternative risk finance portfolio is often seeking experienced Reinsurance Accountants to support its expanding reinsurance and structured finance operations.

POSITION INFO:
Senior Reinsurance Accountants in this environment are typically responsible for the full accounting lifecycle of reinsurance treaties, premium allocations, recoveries, and financial reporting across structured deals. This role offers exposure to investment-linked insurance products and complex reinsurance structures, working closely with finance, legal, and investment teams.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

BCom Accounting, Finance, or related qualification (CA(SA), CIMA advantageous)
5+ years of reinsurance accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
Strong understanding of complex reinsurance arrangements, treaty administration, and claims accounting
Exposure to investment or structured insurance products is highly desirable
Familiarity with IFRS 17, Solvency regulations, and multi-entity financial consolidations
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in systems such as SAP, Oracle, or reinsurance accounting platforms

If you are interested in being considered for future Senior Reinsurance Accountant roles in the investment and reinsurance sector, please apply directly. For more finance opportunities, visit

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