Director Finance

Transamerica•Cedar Rapids, IA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the product line reporting function for the Life business, with responsibility for the integrity, analysis, and communication of financial results across applicable accounting and capital reporting frameworks. Provide leadership and insight into business performance, partnering closely with Actuarial, FP&A, Capital Management, Investments, business leaders, and other Finance teams. Lead a team of finance professionals responsible for delivering timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting and analysis while supporting evolving enterprise reporting requirements and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience
12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience
Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. investments, premiums, corporate finance)
Strong leadership and people management skills
Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences
Organizational and prioritization skills
Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systems

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or advanced degree.
Experience within the life insurance or financial services industry.
Experience with insurance financial reporting, including IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP.
Experience partnering with actuarial and finance functions to analyze financial results and capital performance.

Responsibilities

Oversee the quarterly financial reporting and close process for the Life product line across IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and capital reporting frameworks, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial results and management reporting.
Provide insight into financial performance by identifying and communicating key drivers, trends, risks, and emerging issues to Finance and business leadership.
Partner closely with Actuarial, FP&A, Capital Management, Investments, business units, and other Finance teams to ensure alignment and transparency in financial results and analysis.
Provide Finance leadership and subject matter expertise for business initiatives, accounting and reporting changes, and other enterprise priorities affecting the Life business.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, establishing priorities, allocating resources, and maintaining effective execution across recurring reporting requirements and strategic initiatives.
Maintain effective financial reporting processes and controls, serving as SOX process owner and overseeing the evaluation and resolution of reporting errors and control deficiencies.
Drive continuous improvement in reporting, analytics, data, and processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and business insight.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs