Vice President Finance - Connecticut, United States - Thomas Byrne Associates

Description

24-210 Vice President Financial Analysis & Projects

The Vice President of Financial Analysis & Projects reports directly to the Vice President & Corporate Controller. This role involves providing leadership, direction, and expertise in setting the strategic direction for financial analysis. Additionally, the VP will oversee financial analysis results, reporting under US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards, implementation of new IFRS standards, managing audit processes, and leading strategic projects in collaboration with Corporate Finance.

Responsibilities include:

• Development of Accounting strategy
• Ensuring the accuracy and compliance of accounting records
• Supervising a team of two employees
• Providing indirect leadership across the corporate finance organization

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent work experience
• CPA certification strongly preferred
• 15+ years of accounting/financial reporting experience
• 10+ years of experience in the Insurance Industry preferred
• 5+ years of managerial, supervisory, and/or leadership experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficient in GAAP, IFRS, and statutory accounting principles
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to utilize financial reports for strategic decision-making
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI, and other reporting tools
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Initiative-driven and a team player with a penchant for continuous improvement
• Capacity for maintaining confidentiality and exercising good judgment in sensitive matters
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing and motivating staff