
Director, Finance Operations & Statutory Reporting
The Mutual Group, Des Moines, IA, United States
* Oversee core finance operational activities including general ledger management, account reconciliations, and financial process optimization.* Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the Finance organization focused on efficiency, automation, and accuracy.* Oversee Finance technology strategy and operations, including the strategic direction of TMG’s Finance operations in support of building a scalable platform for TMG.* All other duties as assigned.* Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of quarterly and annual statutory financial statements in accordance with NAIC SAP, state regulatory requirements, and applicable insurance regulations.* Lead interactions with external auditors and support our member institutions’ interactions with state insurance departments and rating agencies related to statutory reporting matters.* Ensure compliance with all statutory accounting updates, emerging regulations, and reporting guidance.* Maintain an effective governance framework for statutory close processes, documentation, and internal controls.* Responsible for overseeing the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of statutory financial reporting for our member institutions.* Oversee the proactive monitoring, assessment, documentation, implementation and communication of proposed accounting standards and accounting policies.* Provide ongoing guidance to members’ management on accounting implications of complex transactions, new products or contracts, working with business leaders to implement any necessary processes and controls.* Provides meaningful analysis of financial results to member management and supports member management through accounting research and analysis.* Maintain current knowledge of topics and emerging issues arising from the FASB, AICPA, NAIC and all other governing bodies.* Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required.* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred.* 10+ years of progressive experience in statutory accounting, insurance financial reporting, treasury or related finance roles.* Prior leadership experience within an insurance company or regulated financial institution required.* Experience at a global public accounting firm and/or public company desired.* Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex financial matters to executive leaders, regulators, and auditors.* Highly analytical, detail‐oriented, and solution‐focused.* Strong change leadership and process improvement mindset.* Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic and regulated environment.* Deep knowledge of NAIC Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) and insurance regulatory reporting.* Strong understanding of insurance operations, treasury operations, internal controls, SOC frameworks, financial data and financial governance.* Demonstrated ability to lead high‐performing teams and manage complex financial processes.* Proficiency with financial systems, general ledger platforms, and reporting tools.
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