Director, SEC Reporting & Accounting

Location: US Remote (Preference EST or CST timezones)

THE OPPORTUNITY

Oliver James is partnering with a well-established, publicly traded organization to appoint a Director, SEC Reporting & Accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take ownership of external financial reporting, technical accounting, and accounting policy within a complex business environment.

Reporting directly to the Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting while partnering with senior leadership on technical accounting matters, regulatory requirements, and ongoing process improvements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the preparation and review of SEC filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable reporting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Lead technical accounting research and the development and maintenance of accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP.

• Partner with senior Finance leadership on complex accounting matters, new transactions, and evolving reporting requirements.

• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting cycles, including disclosures and external filings.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Finance and Investor Relations to ensure consistency and accuracy in external financial communications.

• Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, promoting technical excellence and continuous improvement.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.

• Active CPA license required.

• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting, US GAAP, and technical accounting policy.

• Proven leadership experience, including at least five years of team management.

• Experience within the insurance industry is preferred, ideally within Property & Casualty.

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting matters effectively.

• Familiarity with Workiva and advanced Excel preferred.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This position offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, publicly traded organization in a high-visibility role within Finance. The successful candidate will gain exposure to senior leadership, contribute to important financial reporting and accounting initiatives, and lead a team responsible for maintaining strong reporting standards and controls.

Interested? If your experience aligns with the above requirements, please apply directly. Dylan McGorisk at [email protected] will be in touch if your experience is a suitable match for the opportunity.