Director of Accounting

Frederick Fox

Cockeysville · Hybrid Full-time Executive $125k – $160k/yr 1w ago

About the role

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Director of Accounting to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department. Reporting to the VP/Controller, this role is critical in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, maintaining regulatory compliance within the insurance industry, and providing leadership to the accounting team. You’ll have four direct reports (AP/AP, Staff Accountant).

What makes this role great?!

Runway and expectation of advancement within the next 4+ years
Very high impact role in a smaller org
Solid benefits
Family oriented culture

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance: Manage general ledger functions and ensure technical oversight of NAIC statutory filings, State Insurance department filings, and SOX internal audit processes.
Budget Management: Lead the annual budget process, including the review of exhibits and presentations, while monitoring expenses and quarterly variances throughout the year.
Operational Oversight: Supervise Accounts Payable (including 1099s) and Accounts Receivable staff to ensure accurate cash deposits, billings, and month-end reconciliations.
Audit & Examination Coordination: Act as the primary point of coordination for external audits and state insurance examinations.
Specialized Accounting: Manage the administration and accounting for Reinsurance Contracts.
Executive Support: Assist senior leadership (SR VP and VP of Accounting) in preparing high-level presentations for regulators, policyholders, and board-level seminars.
Team Leadership: Supervise the Financial Assistant and Staff Accountant, providing guidance on process improvements and adherence to company policies.

Required

Masters and/or CPA
5+ years’ Accounting
1+ years’ Accounting team leadership
Experience with Statutory Accounting and NAIC regulations within the Insurance industry