Director, Financial Systems Projects

Core Specialty; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Health Reimbursement Account

Wellness program

Job summary

Core Specialty in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a Director of Financial Systems Projects to lead planning, prioritization, and delivery of finance technology initiatives, serving as the bridge between business and IT while guiding complex Workday implementations.

The role oversees project testing, validation, and internal controls, requiring a CPA and 5+ years in insurance accounting or reporting, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; master's acceptable with related bachelor's.
• At least 5 years in insurance accounting or reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, prioritization, and delivery of finance tech initiatives.
• Oversee Workday initiatives supporting Finance and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Direct project testing and validation; oversee internal controls.

Skills

Workday experience

Financial systems

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting (with related bachelor's)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Director, Financial Systems Projects page is loaded## Director, Financial Systems Projectslocations: Cincinnati, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101568-The Director, Financial Systems Projects leads the planning, prioritization, and delivery of finance technology initiatives and operational activities. Acting as the primary liaison between business and technical teams, the Director oversees and contributes to complex, time-sensitive projects involving Workday and other systems that support financial accounting and reporting. The role also directs project testing and validation and oversees internal controls for ongoing operations.**Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:*** Leads the planning, prioritization, and delivery of complex, time-sensitive finance technology initiatives.* Oversees and contributes to Workday initiatives that support Finance and cross-functional stakeholders.* Establishes and monitors project milestones, dependencies, risks, and issues; adjusts plans and stakeholder expectations as needed to maintain delivery.* Directs project testing and validation and oversees the design and effectiveness of internal controls supporting ongoing financial system operations.**Technical Knowledge and Understanding:*** Advanced knowledge of financial system operations and finance technology platforms, with Workday experience preferred.* Strong understanding of financial accounting and reporting processes, preferably within the property and casualty insurance industry.* Knowledge of financial systems implementation, transformation, and integration* Ability to translate business needs into system requirements* Knowledge of testing and validation practices, including planning, execution, and issue resolution.* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Ability to collaborate across business and technical teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate complex information clearly.**Experience:*** CPA required* Bachelor's degree in accounting required; alternatively, a master's degree in accounting is acceptable when paired with a bachelor's degree in a related field.* At least 5 years of insurance accounting or reporting experience required, preferably within P&CApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.#LI-Hybrid-At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness programlocations: 2 Locationstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days AgoCore Specialty offers a diversified range of property and casualty insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses. From underwriting offices spanning the U.S., the Company focuses on niche markets, local distribution, and superior underwriting knowledge, offering traditional as well as innovative insurance solutions to meet the needs of its customers and brokers. For further information about Core Specialty, please visit.