Posting Description: Accountant - Captive Insurance
Aon's Captive & Insurance Management team is an integral part of Aon's global operations. Our 500 + captive insurance professionals manage over 1,000 captive insurance companies across 39 locations around the globe, representing more than 15% of the captive insurance market. Our clients span every sector and Industry.
This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Charleston, South Carolina Office
Aon is in the business of better decisions.
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like The Aon Charleston, South Carolina office is seeking an Accountant who will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting of a portfolio of captive insurance companies primarily located in the Southeast of the US. The accountant will work closely with a broader team of professionals ensuring all the compliance, finance and accounting requirements are met. Preparing the financial statements for a portfolio of diverse accounts Preparing regulatory filings and premium tax returns Preparing supporting materials for annual Board meetings Reconciling loss and investment report data Oversee cash management for assigned portfolio. Support and collate key financial information for captive audits/examinations. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reports and regulatory filings.
How this opportunity is different
As an Accountant, you will have direct contact with client team members from within their corporate controllership, risk management, tax, legal, and other departments, as well as auditors, actuaries, investment managers, etc. You will work within an Aon team with varied skills, providing the opportunity to develop knowledge in the areas of financial reporting, insurance, compliance, and varied soft skills. At Aon, you are provided the opportunity to drive your career development.
Skills and experience that will lead to success. Experience in preparing financial statements with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or related experiences. Proven ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently. Experience managing several projects simultaneously. Bachelor of Accounting/Finance/Business Administration degree or equivalent experience Prior captive experience beneficial but not required. Preferred to have accounting/business experience Effective communicator both verbally and in writing Thrive in a team environment and able to work well independently. Education: bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance/Business Administration or equivalent years of industry experience.
How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The salary range for this position (is $46,000- $70,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Charleston, SC. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
