Unum · 13 hours ago
Director, Corporate Finance
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $170K/yr
7+ years expUnum is a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. The Director of Corporate Finance will lead the design and management of finance strategies to enhance the company’s balance sheet and drive earnings, while overseeing institutional investment products and collaborating with stakeholders.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Seek out and maintain cooperative, productive cross-functional partnerships throughout the global enterprise
Model positive change management, leading individuals and teams through new operating models and methodologies, creating opportunities for discussion and deliberation
Build agility and resilience within teams and broader Finance organization to drive transformation
Provide coaching and mentoring to assist individuals in achieving their full potential. Build bench strength and core competencies for the organization
Seek out opportunities to increase business knowledge and create visibility within the organization
Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of Unum Group’s finance functions, processes, reporting systems, and requirements
Directly or indirectly lead a team on accurate completion of all reporting, analysis, and manages the day to day activities of the team including the GAAP and statutory accounting, general ledger processes, and reporting for specified financial area
Direct maintenance of various systems and data assets that support the specific financial area(s) of responsibility
Act as an expert consultant providing financial support to business areas regarding conformance to corporate policies and procedures, technical inquiries, planning and forecasting process, and various tax and accounting issues
Review existing accounting, financial reporting and administrative processes and procedures in an effort to streamline activities to increase productivity
Maintain compliance with corporate policies, procedures and controls and external regulatory requirements
Lead business initiatives and projects
Research, recommend, and implement new technical solutions to functional area(s) of responsibility
Present reporting and analysis to senior management. Proactively identify and research unusual trends and make recommendations. Lead detailed analyses and forecasts complex aspects of financial performance
Monitor industry trends and issues in support of business needs and assesses impacts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, required
At least seven years relevant work experience in the finance department of large corporation
Comprehensive knowledge of finance at practical and policy levels and the technical skills required to support it
Proficient in technology necessary to carry out responsibilities
Strong negotiation and partnership skills, across all levels of management, with ability to influence and challenge decisions and processes
Ability to frame up issues, options, and solutions using financial data for business decision-making
Experience navigating change in a positive manner with both individuals and teams
Experience working with all corporate levels including senior management and external contacts
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, detailed, and deadline-oriented environment by balancing multiple priorities and resources simultaneously
Excellent conflict resolution and facilitation skills
Operates with strong conceptual thinking rather than strictly in a 'rules' framework
Preferred
Master's degree, CPA, CMA or CFA certification preferred
In-depth understanding and application of financial services and/or insurance sector accounting preferred
Benefits
Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans.
Company
Unum
Since our founding in 1848, Unum has been a leader in the employee benefits business through innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700M2025-11-11Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2024-06-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1986-11-14IPO
Leadership Team
Curt Burghardt
Vice President People Delivery
Mike Schubert
Vice President Of Technology
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