Ensure the processes in place support organizational needs, propose improvements in the operational framework, and drive efficiency initiatives
Perform monthly and/or quarterly closing procedures, including preparation and posting of reinsurance journal entries, performing account reconciliations and variance analyses.
Support treaty administration, including settlements, cash movements, and statement validation.
Assist in reviewing treaty documentation for accuracy against contract terms.
Maintain standard reinsurance reports for internal management and regulatory use.
Collaborate with actuarial, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on reinsurance balances and reserves.
Serve as accounting support during onboarding of new transactions.
Support ongoing automation and finance transformation projects.
Assist with audit requests and maintain control documentation.
Participate in special projects with cross-functional impact.
Assist with ad-hoc requests, as needed
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required in accounting or related field
Certified Public Accountant preferred
Big Four experience preferred (associate or higher)
4-8 years of related work experience with recent experience in insurance industry
Experience with Oracle or SAP accounting systems preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Demonstrated expertise in GAAP accounting standards and practices
Ability to work collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision
Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Strong written and oral communication skills
A continuous improvement mindset
Critical thinking with a strategic mindset
Base Salary Range $90,000 - $140,000
To be considered for this role, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorshi p of an employment Visa at this time .
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental d
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR's insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR's investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
TEAM OVERVIEW
KKR's Insurance Segment Accounting Operations team is responsible for producing timely and accurate financial results for our business stakeholder, ensuring strong control environment is supported in our organization and significant transactions are operationalized appropriately from accounting standpoint. We are a group of professionals committed to excellence, timeliness and effective collaboration across the enterprise. Our team works across multiple locations to ensure highest quality of financial results. As such, we work closely across other teams in Finance, Operations and Institutional groups. We prioritize a culture of excellence, grit and collaboration.
POSITION SUMMARY
KKR seeks to recruit an Associate to focus on supporting our complex reinsurance accounting processes across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, continuous improvement focus and ability to multitask. This individual will work effectively within the broader Accounting Operations team, supporting our close process and various projects, as well as collaborate frequently with FP&A, Investments Accounting, Bermuda Finance and other organizational stakeholders.
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