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Trisura · 20 hours ago

Senior Director of Accounting

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$170K/yr - $180K/yr

7+ years exp

Trisura is a company that brings innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of brokerage firms. The Senior Director of Accounting will provide leadership and management for financial reporting and analysis, overseeing the preparation of financial statements and collaborating with business leaders for budget and forecasting.

Financial ServicesInsuranceService Industry

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Participate in the design and implementation of key control processes

Own the timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial reports, as well as quarterly and year-end internal reporting on both an IFRS and US Statutory basis

Lead preparation of the annual budgeting process for assigned entities

Prepare quarterly forecasting, including cash flow and income projections

Analyze business results and present to senior leadership quarterly

Understand both insurance products and reinsurance contracts’ impact on accounting and reporting, ensuring proper accounting

Research and document accounting conclusions utilizing various basis of accounting

Collaborate with other finance staff to support overall corporate goals and objectives while responding to inquiries regarding financial results and special reporting requests

Optimize the handling of bank and deposit relationships, which include approving certain payments and overseeing the opening of new bank accounts, as required

Work with the internal auditors to ensure that internal controls are designed effectively and adequately maintained

Work with external auditors to ensure efficient and timely year-end audit and quarterly reviews

Provide training and mentorship to new and existing staff as required

Maintain a thorough understanding of the company’s accounting systems, investment management system, and other systems as required; and participate in the development and implementation of new system processes and workflows to ensure a high level of accuracy with respect to financial reporting

Qualification

CPA CertificationFinancial ReportingPublic Company SEC ReportingAccounting ExpertiseInsurance ExperienceProject ManagementMicrosoft SuiteAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Minimum of 7 years in the financial reporting area, ideally in a financial service environment

Technical acumen and accounting expertise, ideally a CPA with Big Four or top-tier public accounting/audit background

Broad experience and responsibility for public company's SEC reporting and accounting

Minimum of 3 years managing a team

Strong organizational and planning skills, with demonstrated project management skills and proven track record of meeting strict deadlines while staying within budget constraints

Skilled in Microsoft Suite; proficient in complex accounting systems

Proven analytical skills and problem-solving skills

Able to travel 10-15% of year both internationally and throughout US

Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with a focus in Accounting

CPA Certification and continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements

Advanced knowledge of professional accounting software

Proven ability to work within a team in a demanding and fast-paced environment with competing and sometimes changing priorities

Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information to both senior executives and external partners and regulators

Proven ability to exercise independent judgment

Strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required