Vice President, Statutory Accounting

GUARD Insurance Group•Wilkes Barre, PA

67d•Hybrid

About The Position

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ "Superior" by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway group - one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company's success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path! Are you a strategic finance leader with deep expertise in statutory accounting for property & casualty insurance? Were hiring a Vice President of Statutory Accounting to lead our statutory reporting and compliance function. This senior leadership role is critical to ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and regulatory alignment of our financial operationsand offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the executive level.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's degree or CPA preferred.
8+ years of experience in statutory accounting within the P&C insurance industry.
Deep knowledge of NAIC statutory accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
Proven leadership experience with strong team management and mentoring skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience with insurance accounting systems (Oracle Fusion preferred).
Strong data skills; SQL experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Excess & Surplus Lines business is a plus.
Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Collaborative and approachable with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation, review, and submission of quarterly and annual NAIC statutory financial statements, including reinsurance accounting.
Ensure compliance with all state insurance department regulations and statutory accounting principles (SAP).
Oversee internal controls over financial reporting and drive continuous improvement.
Review state premium taxes and assessments for accuracy and compliance.
Ensure compliance with RISC reporting requirements.
Monitor changes in statutory accounting standards and assess their impact.
Manage and mentor a high-performing team of 57 accounting professionals.
Collaborate with actuarial, tax, financial reporting, investment, IT, and business systems teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and state regulators.
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to the CFO and executive leadership.
Support financial examinations and audits conducted by state regulators.
Champion automation and process enhancements across the statutory reporting function.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
401K retirement plan with company match
Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays
Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
And much more!