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Director Of Finance

Selby Jennings Salt Lake City, United States
Posted 10 days ago In-Office Job Permanent USD180000 - USD240000 per year

Director Of Finance

Selby Jennings Salt Lake City, United States
Our client is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial reporting, statutory and GAAP accounting, forecasting, and finance operations within a P&C insurance environment. This highly visible role partners closely with executive leadership, manages a team, drives process improvements, and plays a key role in the organization's long-term financial strategy. CPA and P&C insurance experience required.



Director of Finance



Overview

We are partnering with a well-established Property & Casualty insurance organization seeking a Director of Finance to join its leadership team. This role will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership while maintaining hands-on ownership of financial reporting, statutory accounting, forecasting, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in P&C insurance accounting, experience leading finance teams, and the ability to provide meaningful financial insights that support business decisions and operational performance.



Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements on both a GAAP and Statutory basis
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of journal entries, supporting schedules, disclosures, and financial reporting packages
  • Lead the quarterly and year-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and controls are maintained
  • Analyze financial results and provide meaningful commentary on underwriting performance, profitability, and key business drivers
  • Develop and enhance management reporting packages for executive leadership
  • Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities while providing transparency around key assumptions and projections
  • Maintain and strengthen balance sheet reconciliation processes and financial controls
  • Evaluate accounting implications of strategic initiatives, business changes, and special projects
  • Monitor changes to statutory reporting requirements, accounting standards, and industry trends
  • Partner with operational, underwriting, actuarial, and executive leadership teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making
  • Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and reporting enhancements across the finance function
  • Lead, develop, mentor, and coach a team of accounting and finance professionals
  • Provide technical accounting guidance and support to the broader finance organization
  • Support audit activities and maintain strong relationships with external auditors and regulators


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA required
  • Experience with Yellow Book reporting and statutory annual statement preparation
  • 10+ years of accounting and finance experience within the Property & Casualty insurance industry
  • 5+ years of leadership or management experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP)
  • Experience overseeing financial reporting, close processes, and regulatory reporting requirements
  • Proven ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders across an organization
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting
  • Proficiency with ERP and general ledger systems
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is a plus


Preferred Background

  • Director, Assistant Controller, Controller, Senior Manager of Financial Reporting, or Accounting Manager backgrounds
  • Experience within a P&C insurance carrier
  • Exposure to statutory reporting, annual statements, and regulatory filings
  • Demonstrated success improving processes, controls, and reporting capabilities


Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Highly visible role with direct interaction with executive leadership
  • Opportunity to influence strategy and improve finance operations
  • Strong mix of technical accounting, leadership, and business partnership responsibilities
  • Stable and growing insurance organization
  • Clear opportunity for long-term career growth and increased leadership responsibility

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