Director of Finance - Controller

Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company•Towson, MD

109d•$142,685 - $228,300•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Finance - Controller manages the financial reporting function within Finance, providing accurate information for reporting, supporting management decision-making, and delivering timely services to internal customers. The role oversees accounting operations, the financial close process, financial statement presentation and reporting, audit coordination, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and other Finance responsibilities as needed. It ensures resources are developed and allocated to deliver services efficiently and productively. The position supervises and develops direct reports, contributes to department and organizational goals, partners with leadership on decision support, and supports Board and Executive reporting. It is responsible for internal controls and financial policies over financial reporting, regulatory filings, accounting systems, reconciliations, and continuous process improvement. The role also acts as the primary liaison for various external audits and interfaces with auditors and regulators.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or CPA required.
Ten years of accounting experience.
Five years of supervisory experience.
Advanced Excel skills.
Thorough knowledge of GAAP and exposure to statutory accounting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Leadership and supervisory skills.
Effectively use Microsoft 365 and role-specific technologies and tools to support productivity and efficient work practices.

Nice To Haves

Insurance accounting experience.
Master’s degree in Business or Finance (listed as a preferred qualification).
CPA (also listed under preferred qualifications; the minimum qualifications state that a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or CPA is required).

Responsibilities

Contribute to established department goals and objectives while following departmental policies, procedures, quality and safety standards, and Chesapeake’s Values and Behaviors.
Provide performance feedback, conduct regular evaluations, and coach direct reports to enhance individual and team effectiveness.
Participate in and make recommendations on personnel actions, including hiring, promotion, and disciplinary measures, in alignment with organizational and department policies.
Guide and support the training and professional development of direct reports.
Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives supporting organizational and operational outcomes.
Partner with leadership on decision support.
Lead month-end closing and financial reporting processes.
Maintain internal controls and financial policies over financial reporting.
Support Board and Executive reporting, including quarterly financial Board packages and monthly key performance indicators.
Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual filings for the NAIC and Maryland Insurance Administration.
Supervise accounting staff, accounts payable, payroll, and other Finance functions as assigned.
Develop system controls and reconciliations to ensure data integrity.
Identify opportunities and lead continuous process improvements within functions.
Oversee administration of accounting systems, including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, and payroll systems.
Interface with internal and external auditors and regulators regarding internal controls and financial reporting.
Act as primary liaison for various external audits.
Perform other duties and project work as assigned.