Assistant Vice President, Statutory Reporting

Stage; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stage is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President, Statutory Reporting in Des Moines, Iowa. This role leads statutory accounting and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has a background in life insurance, with strong analytical and leadership skills. Responsibilities include preparing statutory financial statements, collaborating with various teams, and managing audits. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and considerable experience in statutory accounting.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of experience in statutory accounting and reporting.
• Experience with financial reporting processes and regulatory filings.
• Leadership experience in managing accounting professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze statutory financial statements and regulatory filings.
• Support team development and foster a culture of accountability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve accounting matters.
• Coordinate annual statutory audits and manage auditor requests.
• Interpret complex accounting and regulatory guidance.

Skills

Statutory accounting

Regulatory reporting

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

Oracle PeopleSoft

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

Global Atlantic is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President, Statutory Reporting to lead and support statutory accounting and reporting functions. This role is responsible for monitoring and implementing statutory accounting and regulatory changes, evaluating new business transactions and reinsurance arrangements, and ensuring accurate and timely statutory financial reporting in compliance with insurance regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of quarterly and annual statutory financial statements, statutory disclosures, and related regulatory filings.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development support to team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Assess the impact of accounting and regulatory changes on quarterly and annual reporting processes and recommend appropriate implementation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Finance, Actuarial, Investments, Legal, Operations, and other business areas to resolve accounting and reporting matters and support strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances, trends, and reporting issues within statutory financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Participate in the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of statutory accounting processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Coordinate and support annual statutory audits, including managing auditor requests, reviewing deliverables, and resolving audit findings.
• Research and interpret complex accounting guidance and regulatory requirements, providing technical accounting recommendations to management and business partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• 6-8+ years of progressive statutory accounting and reporting experience within the life insurance and annuity industry.
• Leadership experience managing, mentoring, or developing accounting and financial reporting professionals.
• Experience preparing and reviewing statutory financial statements, Blue Books, Green Books, and related regulatory filings.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting processes, accounting controls, and month-end/quarter-end close activities.
• Demonstrated ability to research and interpret complex accounting and regulatory guidance and apply conclusions to business transactions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial reporting and general ledger systems, including Oracle PeopleSoft or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

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