Director, Finance - Berkley

Company Details:

 

Rated Best Places to Work 2020, 2022 and 2024 by Business Insurance, Continental Western Group is a regional property casualty insurance company offering commercial products and services through independent agents in the Midwest. CWG provides unique value through the service provided by our experienced group of employees and independent agents. Since 1886 - Strong, Local and Trusted.

 

As a Berkley company, we enjoy operational flexibility that allows us to deliver quality coverage solutions.  W. R. Berkley Corporation, and all member insurance companies, are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company, and carry Standard & Poor’s Financial Rating of A+ (Strong).

This role will be based in our Urbandale, IA office.  We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so.

 

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. #LI-AV1 #LI-HYBRID

Responsibilities:

As a Finance Director, you will lead financial reporting and financial planning and analysis for two Berkley operating units. You will work directly with key business leadership to support achievement of financial objectives.  We'll also trust you to have direct and indirect leadership of finance team members.

 

We'll count on you to:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual operating unit financial statements. Includes preparing, analyzing, reviewing, and presenting results
• Prepare annual financial plans, including premium, loss and expense planning. Identify opportunities for growth and expense management, working directly with operating unit staff and management
• Conduct financial modeling to determine the impact of potential scenarios and plans
• Prepare financial analyses and participate in special projects supporting operating units or corporate initiatives (accounting, systems, etc.)
• Provide direct and indirect leadership, development, and mentoring for finance department employees
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Business, Finance or Accounting; or ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Ability to be proactive, a self-starter with the ability to manage time effectively
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal and external business partners 
• Regularly and consistently demonstrates commitment to company values and guiding principles 
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

What makes you stand out:

• Property/Casualty or other Insurance industry experience highly desired
• Possess strong customer orientation
• Leadership ability, including providing work direction, and performance coaching and feedback to staff
• Quickly and professionally responds to inquiriesCertified Public Accountant (CPA) 
• Knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft, Visual Basic and SQL preferred

Additional Company Details:We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.Sponsorship Details:Sponsorship not Offered for this Role