Director Finance, U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy

Mutual of Omaha; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. seeks a Director, U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy to lead policy development, resolve complex accounting matters, and guide implementation of new standards across the organization.

This senior role partners with accounting, financial reporting, investments, actuarial, and other teams to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting. The ideal candidate has deep U.S. GAAP expertise in the insurance industry, strong communication skills, and a track record of

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical accounting experience in insurance or equivalent with Big Four or regional firm experience.
• Degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience preparing clear technical accounting memoranda and conclusions.
• Ability to navigate shifting priorities and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy and ensure consistent application across the organization.
• Research and interpret U.S. GAAP; evaluate alternatives and communicate conclusions.
• Monitor new GAAP guidance; assess impact on policies and business; implement standards across teams.
• Evaluate new transactions and determine U.S. GAAP treatment with documented conclusions.
• Support high-quality financial reporting; assist with disclosures and policy documentation.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for complex matters during peak reporting periods.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Research & analysis

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Accounting degree

CPA certification

Job description

Director Finance, U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy

Mutual of Omaha is seeking a Director, U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy to serve as a key technical accounting leader and trusted advisor across the organization. This role will shape U.S. GAAP accounting policy, lead conclusions on complex and emerging accounting matters, and translate technical guidance into practical solutions that support sound business decisions and high-quality financial reporting.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise in the insurance industry with strong business judgment and communication skills. This position will partner across accounting, financial reporting, investments, actuarial, reinsurance and other business areas to evaluate complex transactions, establish consistent accounting practices, and help the organization navigate evolving accounting requirements.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Estimated Compensation: $140,000- $175,000, plus annual bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
• Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead U.S. GAAP Accounting Policy: Establish, maintain, and communicate accounting policies that support consistent application of U.S. GAAP across the organization.
• Resolve Complex Accounting Matters: Research and interpret U.S. GAAP, evaluate accounting alternatives, and communicate clear, well-supported conclusions on complex transactions and emerging accounting matters.
• Guide New-Standard Implementation: Monitor emerging U.S. GAAP guidance, assess its impact on accounting policies and the business, and partner with financial reporting, accounting, investments, actuarial, and other teams to implement new accounting standards.
• Advise on Business Transactions: Evaluate new transactions, products, and other business activities to determine the appropriate U.S. GAAP treatment and document timely, well-supported accounting conclusions.
• Support High-Quality Financial Reporting: Partner with financial reporting to provide technical accounting review of U.S. GAAP financial statements and assist in drafting disclosures that are accurate and consistent with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support Accounting Execution: Lead or support the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations for complex accounting matters and assist with ad hoc financial reporting responsibilities during peak reporting periods.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• U.S. GAAP Expertise: Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and demonstrated experience applying accounting guidance to complex technical issues.
• Research and Analytical Skills: Strong accounting research, analysis, and documentation skills, with the ability to develop clear, well-supported accounting conclusions.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• You promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do.
• This position follows a hybrid work arrangement. Employees living within 50 miles of the Omaha office are currently expected to work onsite one day per week. As we move into our new Omaha headquarters, and no later than April 2027, the onsite expectation will transition to three days per week. Employees residing outside the 50-mile radius must be able to travel to Omaha 2-4 times annually.

PREFERRED:

• Life and health insurance industry experience.
• 10+ years of technical accounting experience with a Big Four or regional public accounting firm, or equivalent experience with an insurance company.
• Degree in accounting, finance or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent.
• Experience preparing clear, concise technical accounting memoranda that explain complex issues and support accounting conclusions.
• Ability to successfully navigate shifting priorities, demands and timelines.

Together we achieve greatness. Not only is this a core value, but it’s also representative of the kind of place we are — built by the strength and integrity of our employees. It’s why we’re named a “Great Place to Work”.

Surround yourself with an authentic and inclusive culture. Your strengths and differences will be valued and celebrated by a diverse community of co‑workers.