Director, Financial Reporting

Great West, An Old Republic Company; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical & Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paternal leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility support

Pet insurance

Retail discounts

Community volunteering

Wellness subsidies

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education

Job summary

Great West, An Old Republic Company is seeking a Director of Financial Reporting at our Corporate Office in South Sioux City, Nebraska. The role leads a finance team, oversees all monthly/quarterly/annual reporting and regulatory filings, and ensures GAAP adherence with strong internal controls in an insurance environment.

The position emphasizes advanced financial modeling, data-driven decision support for executive leadership, and collaboration across the organization to drive reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required; CPA preferred or CPA eligible.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Proven leadership in building and developing teams.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls, SOX experience preferred.
• Experience in Insurance or Property & Casualty is a plus.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience leveraging financial modeling and advanced analytical tools.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a collaborative accounting and financial reporting team.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison for external audits and financial reporting matters.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting efficiencies.
• Leverage financial modeling and advanced analytical tools to evaluate business performance and support data-driven decision-making.
• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights and reporting for strategic planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Leadership

GAAP

SOX compliance

Insurance knowledge

Data-driven insights

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA required

Job description

We are seeking a Director of Financial Reporting who brings strong analytical capabilities, advanced financial modeling expertise, and experience leveraging modern analysis tools to drive data-informed decision-making. This individual will play a critical role in translating complex financial information into actionable insights that influence strategic business direction. In addition, this role will partner across the organization, ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, and provide strong leadership to a finance team, guiding the team’s development while upholding disciplined financial processes and controls within an insurance environment. Location: Corporate Office in South Sioux City, Nebraska

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a collaborative accounting and financial reporting team
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and regulatory filings
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements
• Serve as primary liaison for external audits and financial reporting matters
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making
• Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting efficiencies
• Leverage financial modeling and advanced analytical tools to evaluate business performance and support data-driven decision-making
• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights and reporting that inform strategic planning and enterprise initiatives

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – CPA required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls (SOX experience preferred)
• Insurance or Property & Casualty experience is a plus
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience leveraging financial modeling and advanced analytical tools to support business insights and decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into meaningful, actionable financial insights
• Insurance or Property & Casualty experience is a plus
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Your Future Starts Here: Benefits That Support Your Lifestyle

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous paid time off and paid company holiday schedule
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, Company Match 401(k), HSA, FSA
• Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning Assistance, Pet Insurance, Retail Discount Programs
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Wellness programs, gym subsidies, and support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
• Scholarships for dependents and tuition reimbursement to further your education
• Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development

Who We Are

At Great West, an Old Republic Company, we are dedicated to serving the people and businesses that keep America moving. As one of the nation's leading providers of insurance solutions for the trucking industry, we partner with drivers, fleets, agents, and customers to deliver exceptional service, innovative solutions, and trusted expertise. Our success is built on the strength of our employees, with more than 1,200 professionals working across the country who are committed to integrity, collaboration, and making a difference every day. We believe that great people build great companies. That's why we foster a culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're helping customers, supporting business operations, or supporting your team, your contributions matter. If you're looking for a career with a stable, respected organization that prioritizes customer service, teamwork, continuous learning, and employee well-being, we invite you to join Great West as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward, one mile at a time.

To learn more about Great West and our office locations, please visit www.orgreatwest.com

Great West is an Equal Opportunity Employer