Assumed Reinsurance Accounting Intern

• Location: Garden City, New York
• Are you looking for your next opportunity?
• Sompo has a unique opportunity for an Assumed Reinsurance Accounting Intern on our Assumed Reinsurance Accounting team.
• The Internship Program is a 10-week development initiative designed to provide professional growth with potential long-term opportunity for successful individuals interested in the Insurance/Reinsurance industry.
• Location: This position will be based out of our New York City, NY or Garden City, NY office. We strive for collaboration, which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers.
• What can I expect as an Intern?

On-the-job Learning

Gain valuable reinsurance foundational experience. Reinsurance accounting provides account support with processing and preparing Reinsurance premiums in a timely and accurate manner. Ensuring data is captured within Reinsurance systems and collaborating with other departments to ensure quality, accuracy and timeliness of processing.

Sompo International Interns are immersed in the day-to-day activities of their team, assisting the Underwriting Support Team and Reinsurance Operations with data, systems and projects within the flow of the Reinsurance accounting process.

Activities, Learning and Development

Throughout the program, Interns will have the opportunity to hear from executive leaders, participate in structured, engaging leadership learnings, participate in networking events and activities with peers, members of our Executive team and outside brokerage firms, and be part of a project to present to their manager and mentor.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity

What you’ll be doing

• Gain a solid understanding of the Company’s Reinsurance Accounting practices
• Assist with processing and preparing accounts as well as analyzing data and statistics
• Review contract set-up in Reinsurance systems
• Liaise with other departments to build foundational operations knowledge
• Assist the team with special projects

What you’ll bring

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program studying Business, Accounting, Economics, or related majors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative and interpersonal skills
• Interest in Accounting related field, however, also interested in learning niche Reinsurance contract and language skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with rapidly changing priorities and demands. Ability to collaborate is an absolute must.
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Prefer accounting related experience/interests
• Prefer a rising senior
• Prefer local applicants who can contribute/work part time in the office post the completion of the summer intern program

Salary Range: $20-22. Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

Who we are and what we stand for

At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide. Life at Sompo page

Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.