Director of Finance / Controller

Oliver James; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Oliver James is seeking a Director of Finance / Controller to lead financial reporting and accounting operations within a specialty insurance environment. The role oversees month-end close and regulatory filings while presenting financial statements to senior management.

The position also manages the general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed assets, ensuring robust internal controls and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or active CPA required.
• At least ten years of accounting experience with minimum five years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting; Excel and accounting systems proficiency.
• Insurance industry background preferred; CPA or master's degree a plus; excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and statutory filings for regulators.
• Supervise general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed assets; maintain controls and data integrity.
• Prepare financial packages and performance metrics for executive and board-level reporting; liaise with auditors.
• Lead and coach accounting team; drive process improvements in systems, workflows and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

GAAP expertise

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA credential

Master's degree in Business or Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The client is seeking a Director of Finance / Controller to lead financial reporting and accounting operations within a specialty insurance environment. This role is responsible for overseeing the month-end close, preparing and presenting financial statements, and managing quarterly and annual statutory filings for regulatory bodies. The position will also supervise accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed assets, while maintaining robust financial reporting controls and policies to ensure data integrity.

The Director of Finance / Controller will support executive and board-level reporting by preparing financial packages and performance metrics, and will serve as the primary contact for external audits, collaborating closely with internal auditors and regulators. Leadership of the accounting team is a key aspect of the role, involving coaching, performance feedback, and training. The individual will also partner with organizational leadership to drive improvements in accounting systems, processes, and reporting workflows.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or an active CPA credential, with at least ten years of accounting experience and a minimum of five years in a supervisory capacity. Strong knowledge of GAAP, statutory accounting, and advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting systems are required, along with excellent communication and leadership skills. An insurance background is essential, and additional qualifications such as a CPA or master's degree in Business or Finance, as well as insurance accounting experience, are preferred. The client offers hybrid work flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package.