Amwins Self-Funded Benefits- VP Finance & Premium Operations

Amwins•Scottsdale, AZ

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President, Finance & Premium Operations leads a team of 40+ professionals responsible for premium cash receipts, cash application, accounts receivable follow-up and discrepancy resolution, vendor payables, and cash remittance. The role combines day-to-day operational leadership with strategic partnership, working closely with the COO and Amwins Group Finance to strengthen controls, improve reporting, and scale the function as the business grows. The position will shape team structure and advance modernization initiatives, including automated cash applications, Power BI reporting, and external support partnerships. The successful leader develops people, exercises sound judgment in financial operations, and carries strategic initiatives from business case development through implementation, adoption, and measurable results. The role may evolve into a broader leadership opportunity within the Amwins Benefits Division. The position is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, with an in-office schedule Tuesday through Thursday and ad hoc travel as business needs require.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 8 years of experience in managerial accounting operations, premium accounting, or related financial operations roles.
At least 5 years of experience leading managerial accounting operations, premium accounting, or related financial operations roles.
Demonstrated experience leading teams of 30+ through organizational or process change.
Knowledge of GAAP, budgeting and forecasting, and automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
Strong analytical, personnel management, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and sound controls.

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or CMA certification.
Insurance or MGA/MGU premium accounting experience.
Proven success improving processes and using technology to automate and scale financial operations.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end premium cash operations, including cash receipts, cash application, outstanding accounts receivable follow-up, cash and receivable discrepancy resolution, vendor payables, and cash remittance.
Direct the disbursement approval process and adjust controls as transaction volumes and business needs evolve.
Support month-end close activities for premium accounting and cash operations.
Own the accounts receivable aging and sign-off process, including establishing aging thresholds, review responsibilities, and criteria for escalation or follow-up.
Manage write-off approval limits and secondary approval responsibilities; approve system access and new operating company setup requests.
Prioritize enhancements to COMPASS and Amlink Accounting on behalf of Premium Finance.
Lead, develop, and manage the performance of a team of 40+ across cash receipt and application, payables, and premium support functions.
Set and model expectations for professionalism, work ethic, integrity, and accountability.
Coach managers and team members through one-on-one meetings, skip-level discussions, and structured goal setting.
Ensure timely performance reviews and compensation and bonus recommendations.
Design and adjust team structure to support growth, effective controls, and clear ownership across reconciliation, premium escalation, remittance, and support activities.
Lead strategic initiatives from inception through implementation and realization of expected benefits, including business case development, cross-functional coordination, and post-implementation adoption.
Partner with Analytics/BI and Accounting Development on automation, reporting, and financial and operational data models.
Advance modernization initiatives such as automated cash application, bulk remittance processing, Power BI reporting, and external support partnerships.
Partner with the COO and senior management team to assess organizational performance against business strategy.
Drive financial process improvement, develop meaningful KPIs, and establish monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to Amwins Group.
Serve as a key financial relationship connector between Amwins Self-Funded leadership and Amwins Group Finance.
Collaborate with peer directors, managers, and supervisors across Amwins to resolve cross-functional issues and advance shared priorities.
Represent Premium Finance in regional and Group-level operations discussions as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the first day of employment.
Choice of medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield; Kaiser available for California employees.
Mental health support, including virtual therapy, digital coaching, and 24/7 EAP counseling.
Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account with company contributions.
Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Commuter Benefits.
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
Voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection coverage.
Retiree medical benefits available for Medicare-eligible retirees.
401(k) with company match.
Generous paid time off and company holiday schedule.
Collaborative, continuing-education-focused work environment.
Career advancement opportunities.