AVP, Financial Controls

The AVP, Financial Controls specializes in the establishment and maintenance of the Company’s Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Program in accordance with the applicable Standards and Guidance issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). This role is also responsible for the implementation of the Company’s internal control over US Statutory reporting programs in accordance with the Model Audit Rule (MAR) of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. This position will also lead the development and integration of the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) financial reporting requirements, into the Company’s ICFR Program.

The position will partner with the business to lead continuous improvement of the ICFR Program. The position will be responsible for effectively managing the annual ICFR program and will partner across the organization to identify opportunities for innovation and increased efficiency through automation, to promote the delivery of reliable and timely financial information.

The continued advancement of the Company’s ICFR Program in parity with SOX, MAR and BMA requirements is an important strategic priority for the Company, that crosses all functions and activities within the organization.  This position will have significant interaction with senior leadership, including Controllers, Operations, People and Culture, Legal and Compliance and Line of Business or Segment leaders. The position reports to the SVP, Head of Finance Operations.

This role will be based in our Jersey City, NJ office on a hybrid basis.

What You Will Do: 

• Lead certain areas of the annual ICFR Program risk assessment and scoping process including monitoring significant changes and evaluating and reporting identified control deficiencies.  

• Partner with the Business to support the remediation of significant deficiencies and material control weaknesses and external auditors in the public company readiness assessments. 

• Engage with internal and external auditors in the execution of their work, to promote efficiencies through increased reliance on internal controls. 

• Develop ICFR Program communications for key stakeholders including the ICFR and Audit Committee. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of the internal controls testing function, including establishing protocols for testing financial reporting controls, ongoing monitoring and overseeing the remediation of identified deficiencies. 

• Seek uniformity and automation of controls across the Company through efficient use of financial systems and innovative technology to enhance and continuously improve the design and effectiveness of controls, including efficiencies in the documentation, assessment, and testing of controls. 

• Supports our core values by communicating and teaming effectively across different cultures and levels within the organization.  

What You Will Have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting. 

• CPA, Chartered Accountant or equivalent. 

• Six (6) or more years of experience in the Life & Annuities industry, with a focus on public companies. 

• Strong understanding of and ability to apply relevant US GAAP and US Statutory Accounting Principles and reporting requirements. 

• Clear and professional verbal and written communications. 

• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and conflict resolution skills. 

• Ability to effectively design and present information to senior management, auditors and business partners. 

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions. 

• Agility and ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently. 

• Keeps current on best practices and latest thinking regarding processes and controls. 

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