Financial Reporting Director - Omaha, NE (hybrid)

Mutual of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mutual of Omaha seeks a leader in financial reporting to drive team collaboration and set objectives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in statutory and GAAP accounting, coupled with strong analytical skills and communication abilities. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to foster innovation and continuous improvement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan with 2% company contribution and 6% match

Work-life balance with vacation and personal time

Qualifications

• Expertise in statutory and GAAP accounting.
• 8+ years in financial reporting within insurance or accounting firm.
• Skilled in influencing decision-making and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in financial reporting and ensure compliance.
• Review and direct financial statements preparation.
• Analyze and communicate financial insights effectively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Influential leadership

Education

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent

Job description

Mutual of Omaha is seeking a high-performing leader to join our dynamic team and play a key role in our financial reporting function! We are looking for an experienced professional with extensive expertise in statutory and GAAP accounting and financial reporting for insurance companies. As a leader, you will help set objectives, drive team collaboration, and ensure successful execution while fostering an environment of innovation, learning, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to influence and elevate a high-impact function while maintaining strong adherence to finance policies and controls, we want to hear from you!

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Estimated Salary:
• Estimated Salary: $140,000-$180,000, plus annual bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
• Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our benefits and perks page for details.
• Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead:Collaborate with and develop high-performing teams responsible for financial reporting, financial close, processes and internal controls, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and requirements. Be a champion of automation, technology and process improvement to minimize manual effort and increase the speed and accuracy of all financial reporting processes.
• Cultivate Relationships:Maintain a positive relationship with regulators, external auditors and internal business partners.
• Review Financial Statements:Review and provide direction on the preparation and presentation of the statutory and GAAP financial statements, ensuring they are accurate, timely and adhere to applicable accounting principles and policies.
• Communicate Financial Insights:Analyze, interpret and communicate statutory and GAAP financial results to a variety of audiences. Ensure that complex technical topics are presented clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Expertise in Financial Reporting:An expert understanding of statutory and GAAP accounting guidance and financial operations, including regulatory and audited financial reporting, and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Analytical and Attention to Detail Skills:Attention to detail and follow-up, analytical acumen and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage and coordinate multiple competing priorities across projects and teams.
• Influential Leadership Skills: Experience collaborating effectively with cross-functional leaders. Skilled in influencing decision-making, setting clear objectives, and fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Communication Skills:Excellent communication abilities in verbal, non-verbal and in written forms. Clearly articulating complex concepts to a variety of audiences.
• You promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do.
• Able to work remotely with access to a high-speed internet connection and located in the United States or Puerto Rico.

PREFERRED:

• Life and health insurance industry experience.
• 8+ years of financial reporting experience at an insurance company or Big 4 / regional public accounting firm.
• Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in establishing and nurturing relationships with regulators or external auditors.
• Ability to successfully navigate shifting priorities, demands and timelines.

We value diverse experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply!

If you have questions about your application or the hiring process, email our Talent Acquisition area at [e-mail]. Please allow at least one week from time of applying if you are checking on the status.

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