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Chief Accounting Officer

Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd.New York City, NY

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
CPA
Career level
Executive
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Who We Are

SiriusPoint is a specialty underwriter providing solutions to clients and brokers around the world. Bermuda-headquartered with offices in New York, London, Stockholm and other locations, we are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (SPNT). We have licenses to write Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance and reinsurance globally. Our offering and distribution capabilities are strengthened by a portfolio of strategic partnerships with Managing General Agents and program managers. With over $3.0 billion total capital, SiriusPoint's operating companies have a financial strength rating of A from Fitch, A- from AM Best and S&P, and A3 from Moody's.

Join Our Team

The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing all accounting, statutory reporting, and financial governance functions for the insurance enterprise. This includes GAAP and STAT reporting, NAIC regulatory compliance, internal controls, and oversight of premium, reinsurance, investments, reserves, and financial close processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

Financial Reporting & Regulatory Compliance

  • Direct oversight of all STAT and GAAP financial reporting across insurance subsidiaries.
  • Ensure accurate, timely NAIC filings, state regulatory filings, and audit‑ready financial disclosures.
  • Maintain compliance with GAAP/IFRS and all federal, state, and industry‑specific regulations.
  • Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual regulatory financial statements.

Accounting Operations Leadership

  • Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, premium accounting, payroll, investment and reinsurance accounting.
  • Manage monthly and quarterly close processes ensuring ledger integrity and accurate reporting.
  • Oversee reserves in collaboration with actuarial teams.
  • Implement and maintain robust internal controls.

Internal Control, Audit, and Risk Management

  • Lead ICFR/SOX governance, ensuring documentation and audit preparedness.
  • Engage proactively with internal and external auditors.
  • Oversee internal audits for compliance with internal controls and regulations.

Financial Strategy & Partnership

  • Provide financial insights supporting long‑term planning and decision‑making.
  • Support Deputy CFO on M&A integration, system implementations, and modernization.
  • Partner with HR, Actuarial, Underwriting, Claims, Tax, Treasury, and FP&A departments.

Technology & Modernization

  • Lead system integration and automation initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and timing.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging technologies affecting accounting operations.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Manage teams including controllers, reporting managers, and compliance personnel.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and development.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • CPA preferred

Experience

  • 15+ years of progressive insurance accounting/finance experience.
  • 5+ years in senior/executive leadership overseeing STAT & GAAP reporting.
  • Experience with NAIC filings, statutory accounting, reserves, and reinsurance accounting.
  • Strong background in internal controls, audit, and regulatory compliance.
  • P&C Insurance Technical Accounting Mastery
  • Strong Finance Operating Model Experience
  • Extensive Transformation/Project Experience- Success executing on finance-specific and cross-functional transformation projects.

Personal Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.
  • Collaborative with strong cross‑functional effectiveness.
  • Resilient, detail‑oriented, and effective in a regulated insurance environment.
  • High degree of integrity, accuracy, and strategic judgment.
  • Flexible, Low-ego, Adaptable, and Collaborative.

We aim to retain and attract great people, knowing they can achieve a rewarding and enriching career. We offer a competitive and above market compensation package. The following are some of the benefits and perks we offer our employees:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • FSA Medical and Dependent care
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • EAP
  • Basic Life and AD&D (company paid)
  • Basic Long-Term Disability (employer) paid-Taxable income
  • Employee paid Long Term Disability(voluntary)
  • Company Medical Leave, Parental leave- 8 weeks full pay after 6 months of service
  • Voluntary benefits: short term disability, Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
  • Travel assistance programs Company paid
  • 401(k) 6 % safe harbor match, fully vested after two years, pre- and post-tax contributions allowed
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Legal plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Generous PTO
  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Fully stacked pantry on-site
  • Team outings
  • ERG Groups

Our CCPA Job Applicant Policy is found here: Sirius-America-CA-Job-Applicant-Privacy-Policy-Final.pdf

United behind common goals

At SiriusPoint we work as one team across our global business, and we unite that team behind common goals, understanding the positive impact we can all make at SiriusPoint. We aim to retain and attract great people, knowing they can achieve a rewarding and enriching career.

Our Purpose is to provide security and resilience in an uncertain world.

Our Vision is to be recognized as a best-in-class insurer and reinsurer utilizing deep risk capabilities to protect our customers. Blending our talent, expertise, and data to provide intelligent risk solutions.

Our culture is one of performance and accountability. Our people are our experts, and you will be empowered to apply your expertise in a supportive, collaborative and purposeful environment.

Our Values are at the heart of our business, and which guide everyday actions and decision making.

  • Integrity: Integrity, respect and trust are our core principles
  • Customer Focused: Our customers are the reason we exist
  • Solution Driven: Creating solutions is our mindset
  • Diversity: Diversity, inclusion and allyship make us stronger
  • Collaboration: Collaboration drives outperformance

Why Should You Join SiriusPoint?

Our people are our experts, and from day one you will be empowered to apply your expertise in a supportive, collaborative, and purposeful environment. Our Values- Integrity, Customer Focused, Solution Driven, Diversity, and Collaboration - are at the heart of our business, and they guide our everyday actions and decision making. We also unite our global team behind common goals, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact.

We Achieve More Together

At SiriusPoint, we know that diversity, inclusion and allyship make us stronger. We value and are committed to supporting the unique voices, backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and contributions of the diverse global employee base that make up our business.

We know that a diverse and equitable culture, where all voices are included and heard, is critical to our success as an employer. We are committed to developing our DE&I strategy to ensure that SiriusPoint remains a supportive and empowering place of work.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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FAQs About Chief Accounting Officer Jobs at Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd.

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Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd. lists this role as a Full-time position.
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Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd. is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.
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The education requirement for this position is CPA. Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd. for this role?
Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd. offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, Tuition/Education Assistance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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