Senior Director, Corporate Accounting & Finance Transformation

National Life Group; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

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Job summary

National Life Group is seeking a Sr. Director, Corporate Accounting to lead the Controller’s organization and ensure GAAP and statutory reporting accuracy and timeliness.

You will manage assets, leases, payroll accruals, intercompany activity, and other corporate accounting processes while developing a high-performing team. The role emphasizes leadership development, internal controls, and collaboration with auditors and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 16+ years of related experience.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• Experience leading accounting professionals.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial close processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Oversee leases, fixed assets, payroll tax accruals, intercompany activity, and other corporate accounting processes.
• Ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP and statutory requirements.
• Support management, external and internal auditors, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Drive efficiency through automation and streamlined processes.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Team development

Financial reporting

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

National Life Group is seeking a Sr. Director, Corporate Accounting to lead the Controller’s organization and ensure GAAP and statutory reporting accuracy and timeliness.

You will manage assets, leases, payroll accruals, intercompany activity, and other corporate accounting processes while developing a high-performing team. The role emphasizes leadership development, internal controls, and collaboration with auditors and management.