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Head of Reinsurance Accountant

Head of Reinsurance Accountant

Pathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD)Sandton, GT, za
30+ days ago
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Job Description

Our client, a leader in insurance and risk solutions, is seeking a Head of Reinsurance Accountant to oversee reinsurance financial management across their non-life license. This leadership role requires a blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and people management skills to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with IFRS 17, and effective reinsurance operations.

You’ll play a critical role in guiding a team of accountants, implementing accounting policies, managing audits, and engaging with both internal and external stakeholders. This is an opportunity to influence strategic decisions while ensuring operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate all reinsurance accounting and financial management processes.
  • Own reinsurance systems, processes, and policies, including IFRS 17 compliance.
  • Manage reinsurer debtors and creditors effectively.
  • Oversee internal, external, and reinsurer audits.
  • Deliver accurate reporting on reinsurance accounting, large loss, and cash calls.
  • Provide authoritative financial expertise to clients and internal teams.
  • Drive continuous process improvement, innovation, and team development.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Degree in Financial Management or Accounting.
  • Professional qualification : CA(SA), CFA, ACCA, or CIMA (advantageous).
  • 7–10 years’ experience in accounting and / or investments.
  • 3–5 years’ management experience (leading teams of accountants).
  • Minimum 3 years’ insurance / reinsurance industry experience .
  • Competencies & Skills

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align finance to business strategy.
  • Expertise in IFRS 17 and reinsurance financial processes.
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams .
  • Skilled in collaboration, stakeholder management, and client service .
  • Demonstrated drive for results, accountability, and innovation .
  • High levels of self-awareness, adaptability, and resilience .
  • Benefits

    Why Join?

  • Be part of a values-driven organisation built on accountability, excellence, integrity, diversity, innovation, and teamwork .
  • Lead in a specialist role that shapes reinsurance strategy and execution.
  • Competitive package with opportunities for career development and growth.
  • Requirements

  • 7–10 years’ experience in accounting and / or investments.
  • 3–5 years’ management experience (leading teams of accountants).
  • Minimum 3 years’ insurance / reinsurance industry experience.
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