Financial Director

Thomas Byrne Associates; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm is seeking a Director for its financial reporting team in Connecticut. The role involves leading the organization through new financial reporting requirements and ensuring compliance while working closely with Corporate Finance and Actuarial teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting or finance, CPA preferred, and 7-10 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary is offered with additional annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in an accounting and finance role with SEC reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of advanced accounting principles.
• Strong project management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization through new financial reporting requirements.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of changes to processes.
• Participate in the preparation and review of financial performance.
• Drive new financial reporting requirements to meet growth objectives.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors.

Skills

Advanced accounting principles

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Master's degree in accounting or finance

CPA designation

Tools

Workiva

PeopleSoft general ledger

Job description

Overview

Key player in the financial reporting team, leading the organization through new financial reporting requirements and improvements to the control environment as we continue to drive business growth.

This role will work closely with areas within Corporate Finance, Actuarial, and other teams.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Responsibilities

• This role will lead the organization through new financial reporting requirements and improvements to the control environment as we continue to drive business growth.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation and execution of changes to the Company’s processes, procedures, and accounting policies needed for long-term sustainability and efficiency.
• Actively participate in the preparation, review, and analysis of the Company’s financial performance and management of its financial goals.
• This role will work closely with areas within Corporate Finance, Actuarial, and other teams.
• Major Duties:
• • Support the successful adoption of accounting standards, including the integration of LDTI into the current financial reporting environment.
• • Drive new and evolving financial reporting requirements to meet the demands of our growth objectives.
• • Identify, implement, and maintain sound accounting processes and controls, evaluating and addressing the appropriateness of documentation.
• • Update financial reporting policies and procedures as required by regulatory bodies and ensure compliance.
• • Research and document accounting and financial reporting issues, seeing them through to
• • Continuously improve the reporting infrastructure to maintain a high degree of integrity over
• • Provide critical consultative support to Corporate Finance, Actuarial, and other teams.
• • Liaise with internal and external auditors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Master’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• Professional accounting designation, CPA strongly preferred.
• 7 -10 years’ experience in an accounting and finance role with SEC reporting, financial services industry (insurance experience preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of advanced accounting principles with the ability to quickly apply to new, frequently complex business situations.
• Experience with Workiva, PeopleSoft general ledger, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management and influencing skills while working in tight deadlines.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Insurance

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