VP, Financial Reporting

Citizens, Inc.•Austin, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Committed to providing life insurance solutions since 1969 in the United States and globally since 1975, Citizens, Inc. is a publicly traded company (NYSE: CIA) that has maintained a listing on the New York Stock Exchange since 2002. Operating through our insurance subsidiaries, we strategically offer traditional insurance products in niche markets to capitalize on competitive advantages. With a dedicated team of employees located in Austin, Louisiana and a global network of agents, our reach extends to Latin America, Central America, and Asia. Citizens, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Financial Reporting with outstanding analytical and management ability to join our Finance team. The Vice President of Financial Reporting will be a hands-on partner with teams across the Company to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of reported results, while driving efficiencies in financial reporting and maintaining a focus on timely execution. This role will have primary day-to-day responsibility for managing and controlling all financial reporting related activities of the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (4-year degree).
Requires more than ten (10) years of experience directing and overseeing financial accounting and financial reporting in a public company environment with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a senior financial leadership position.
Life insurance or banking industry experience is required.
Five (5) or more years of experience with SEC filings; XBRL experience is required.
Must have outstanding written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to think analytically and strategically to identify and solve problems, implement solutions, and advance business initiatives.
Outstanding organizational skills, including prioritizing and follow-up and the ability to handle competing demands and priorities.
Must be fully proficient in financial software tools (e.g., Oracle, Workiva, Clearwater).
Must be fully proficient with SharePoint and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Microsoft Excel proficiency at mastery level is required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing all financial reporting and analysis functions, ensuring financial statements and reports are accurate, timely and prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices and statutory accounting practices.
Oversees the analysis of current and past financial data and performance and prepares reports based on this analysis. Identifies trends in financial performance and provides recommendations for improvement. Review all documentation to develop and improve internal controls over financial reporting.
Prepares, reviews, and leads the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, related footnotes, and disclosures including all filings of Form 10-K, 10-Q and 8-Ks as well as review of the XBRL submissions while ensuring quality and administering a strict timeline. Manages the internal and external review for these documents.
Partners with the CFO to determine financial reporting implications for all material business decisions.
Oversees and reviews the preparation of quarterly tax provisions and annual income tax, premium tax and franchise tax returns. Coordinates tax filings and payments ensuring timely completion. Identifies operational changes impacting tax environment and communicates those changes to relevant parties.
Creates and maintains financial and regulatory reporting calendar to inform parties of necessary deadline process adherence for the monthly, quarterly, financial statements and reports, and monthly financial reporting package for executive and senior management.
Coordinates with members of the finance team to review financial information and forecasts.
Prepares, reviews, and leads financial reporting on all regulatory filings of Statutory quarterly and annual statements and other related filings.
Monitors changes in accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance and best practices.
Ensures the integrity, performance, and maintenance of the financial data and reporting environment.
Partners with technology teams on database, systems, and reporting tool upgrades. Leads the effort to implement new technology or redesigned data structures that would increase reporting performance and functionality.
Ensures compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
Model professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic to inspire and motivate team members.
Participate in cross-functional teams to provide leadership and support on strategic projects.
Creates a culture of accountability to ensure the delivery of world-class financial products and services.
Ability to lead through change as well as the ability to generate disruptive change to create room for new possibilities and creative thinking.
Performs other duties as required.