Director, Finance FP&A

Transamerica Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonus eligibility

401k with company match

Health insurance

Job summary

Transamerica Corporation is seeking a Senior FP&A leader to drive capital and regulatory reporting, consolidate forecasts, and coordinate budgets. You will guide cross-functional teams across Finance and collaborate with the Chief Investment Office to deliver accurate and insightful analysis.

The role requires a strong track record in leadership, advanced Excel and MS Office proficiency, and experience in capital and statutory reporting. A hybrid work model applies with in-office days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.
• 12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. investments, premiums, corporate finance).
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a FP&A team responsible for capital and regulatory reporting deliverables and forecast coordination.
• Oversee preparation of capital-related reporting packages for senior management and governance committees.
• Provide technical expertise on capital reporting, statutory reporting, and forecast analysis; serve as SME and escalation point.
• Collaborate with Finance, Risk, Treasury, Tax, Investments, and other FP&A teams to align reporting and forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

MS Office

Excel

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Family Finance - General

About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.

Job Description Summary

Serve as a key member of Transamerica’s Financial Planning and Analysis team, with responsibility for leading capital and regulatory reporting, consolidated forecast and budget coordination, and management reporting activities. Provide financial expertise, strategic direction, and functional oversight in a leadership capacity, partnering closely across Finance teams, with business leaders, the Chief Investment Office, and Capital Strategy to deliver accurate, insightful, and well-controlled reporting and analysis.

Job Description Responsibilities

Lead a team within FP&A responsible for capital and regulatory reporting deliverables, forecast coordination, and related management reporting and analysis. Oversee preparation of capital-related reporting packages for senior management, governance committees, and other stakeholders, ensuring content is clear, accurate, complete, and decision-useful. Provide technical expertise on capital reporting, statutory reporting, management reporting, and forecast analysis; serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex questions. Partner with business units, Financial Reporting, Actuarial, Risk, Treasury, Tax, Investments, and other FP&A teams to ensure reporting and forecasts are aligned, well supported, and integrated across the organization. Lead or participate in cross-functional initiatives, including process improvements, system implementations, and changes to reporting or forecasting processes. Review and interpret financial and capital data to evaluate results, explain key drivers, assess forecast changes, and support informed leadership decision-making. Create communications for complex messages to a variety of audiences at strategic and operational levels. Develop team talent through coaching, prioritization, feedback, and succession planning; coordinate performance reviews and evaluate overall team achievements. Responsible for ensuring work is performed in a strong control environment; function as a process owner for key reporting, forecasting, or control processes. Recommend and lead implementation of changes to improve quality, efficiency, scalability, and use of technology across reporting and analysis processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience 12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. investments, premiums, corporate finance) Strong leadership and people management skills Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences Organizational and prioritization skills Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systems

Preferred Qualifications

CPA/advanced degree Extensive knowledge of life insurance and annuity products, statutory reporting requirements, regulatory capital frameworks, management reporting, and financial analysis. Knowledge of NAIC Risk Based Capital requirements and Bermuda regulatory reporting. Experience with Oracle ERP, including planning and forecasting. Experience preparing and presenting financial, capital, or regulatory reporting analysis for senior leadership or governance audiences.

Working Conditions

Hybrid (In Office: Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays)

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $159,000 - $211,000 annually.

Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package Pension Plan 401k Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Discounts Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program Back-Up Care Program PTO for Volunteer Hours Employee Matching Gifts Program Employee Resource Groups Inclusion and Diversity Programs Employee Recognition Program Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity

We Believe Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace

Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica’s Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

Additional Information

* As of December 31, 2023 At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential unleashed by leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Transamerica is a part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group. The Aegon companies employ over 21,500 people and have approximately 31.7 million customers.* For more information, visit www.transamerica.com.