Frederick Fox, a leading search firm, has partnered with an industry leading insurance organization in their search for a strong VP of Finance and Accounting. In this role, you will be assisting the current Controller and CFO in overseeing Accounting and Finance functions, as well as assist the IT team in analyzing and implementing technologies to drive the organization forward.

Assuming you are doing well in the role, there’s a direct ramp to CFO within 4-6 years, at which time you’ll also inherit the IT dept, acting as CIO.

--A&F team headcount of 10

--IT team headcount of 8

What makes this role great?!

--Direct path to Controller role within 2 years, and to CFO within 4-6 years!

--Strong resources and knowledge transfer provided as you ramp up!

--Very competitive comp and benefits!

--Industry leading org!

--Excellent culture!

Main Responsibilities

Accounting Oversight

·       General oversight of Financial statement process, including AP/AR/GL, reporting, close

·       Create, test, maintain, internal controls

·       Team Management: assist with performance reviews, hiring, task delegation, etc.

·       Reinsurance Accounting

·       Ensure compliance: Sarbanes Oxley, Statutory Accounting Principles

Financial Oversight

·       Treasury management, including presentation of financial reporting to the board

·       Cashflow and budget management

·       Oversee and deliver projections

·       Investment management

IT

·       Assist with the analysis of new technologies to implement

Required

·       CPA or MBA in Accounting/Finance

·       12+ years’ progressive Accounting & Finance Experience

·       3+ years’ leadership of Accounting & Finance personnel

·       Strong comfort with / background in technology (able to assist IT in analyzing tech to implement)

·       Outstanding Communication

·       Insurance industry experience (current or very recent):

             #1: Medical Malpractice (ideal)

             #2: Property & Casualty