Staff Accountant

Howden Re is the global reinsurance broker and risk, capital & strategic advisor focused on relentless innovation & superior analytics for top client service. ​ ​ About Role Staff Accountant We are looking for a highly motivated staff accountant to join our US Finance team. The ideal candidate will support the accounting department by performing day-to-day accounting tasks, assisting with financial reporting, and ensuring accuracy in financial records.

This position will require you to have a broad understanding of basic accounting principles, great attention to detail, strong sense of urgency, and excellent communication skills. Primary Responsibilities Record and reconcile daily cash transactions across multiple bank accounts Process and record employee T&E expenses, ensuring proper coding and ledger reconciliation Monitor, process, and accurately post AP card expenses to appropriate GL accounts Record various journal entries and assist in maintaining the general ledger Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities Prepare financial reports and schedules as needed Assist with audit preparation and documentation requests Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies Maintain organized financial records and documentation Assist in other accounting projects which includes cross collaboration with other teams in the Finance Department and help evolving our processes Manage workload efficiently by organizing, prioritizing, and executing tasks in a timely and high-quality manner Represent the Finance team with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting required 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience CPA preferred or desire to obtain CPA license Understanding of Accounting and Financial Reporting principles and practices Strong Microsoft Excel skills Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team A strong sense of urgency, with the ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment Solid analytical acumen Legally authorized to work in the US