* This candidate is expected to work a Hybrid work schedule (Tuesdays-Thursdays) in one of our offices (Denver, Cedar Rapids, Baltimore or Philadelphia)

Oversee enterprise-wide accounting operations, including financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. Lead strategic initiatives that support high‑quality financial reporting and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop high-performing accounting and finance teams, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant reporting across multiple accounting frameworks.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, providing guidance on financial, accounting, and regulatory matters.
  • Drive operational efficiency by optimizing processes and building scalable, modern finance infrastructure.
  • Establish a strong regulatory and governance mindset with a high level of control consciousness.
  • Direct the design and evaluation of internal controls, monitoring, deficiency assessment, and remediation activities, including Management Assessment of Risk (MAR) and Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) compliance.
  • Prepare materials of Audit Committee and act as liaison with external auditors.
  • Partner with business unit leaders, forecasting, and other functions to deliver insightful management reporting, capital planning, and performance analysis.
  • Provide technical accounting expertise and guidance on complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reinsurance arrangements, and other strategic initiatives.
  • Oversee financial close activities to meet regulatory and management reporting deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business
  • 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in finance or accounting, including leadership of large teams
  • Experience with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting, and U.S. Statutory accounting
  • Ability to guide organizations through change and build consensus among senior leaders
  • Proficient in general business software
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Big Four public accounting experience valued
  • Experience with Oracle financial systems

Working Conditions

  • Office Environment
  • Periods of peak workload may require extended hours
  • Occasional Travel <10%
  • Occasional travel for business meetings and leadership engagements