AVP, Financial Reporting
1 month ago
Jersey City
Client is a growing segment of major international insurer with operations in more than a dozen countries/markets around the world generating annual premiums and deposits in excess of $7 billion. The parent company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Primary Responsibilities: · Lead the coordination and oversight for the timely & accurate preparation of period-end financial reporting packages by all subsidiaries, including submissions as part of the enterprise’s consolidation process · Review financial schedules and footnote disclosure information provided by subsidiaries to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data, as well as compliance with Corporate & Segment requirements · Provide oversight and direction to Global Office controllership staff and local finance compliance with Corporate & Segment requirements · Provide oversight and direction to Global Office controllership staff and local finance team to ensure accurate and timely completion of monthly closings · Establish and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with internal control standards as well as requests from internal and external auditors · Prepare ad-hoc analysis as requested by senior management; investigate and resolve discrepancies when identified · Evaluate closing processes to identify enhancement opportunities and recommend practical solutions Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. · A Master’s degree in related field or relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CIA) is preferred but not required · Minimum 8 years of progressive financial accounting and reporting experience in a public or private insurance organization, as well as Life Insurance and U.S. GAAP technical expertise. · International insurance operation and public accounting experience are also preferred, but not required · Strong interpersonal skills to include a collaborative, “team player” style. Included is the ability to relate to, and communicate effectively with, all members of the organization within a demanding professional environment and matrix organizational structure · Flexibility to work with international teams on different times zones, specifically APAC region, and ability to work toward tight deadlines during reporting period, · Effective management of multiple competing priorities is essential, as well as a strong attention to detail · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required Compensation: · Base salary: $165,000 - $195,000 · Bonus / long-term incentives bring total to: $210,000 - $245,000 · Full benefit package