Head of Financial Operations
Confidential Company
Job Description
Head of Financial Operations
About the Company
Rapidly growing insurance organization
Industry
Insurance
Type
Privately Held
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Director / Head of Financial Operations to lead its financial operations function. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of core financial operations, including banking operations, cash management, reconciliations, and accounts payable. This role involves managing a small team, partnering with finance and treasury, and overseeing the integrity, accuracy, and efficiency of operational accounting processes.
The Head of Financial Operations will also be tasked with building scalable processes, controls, and infrastructure to support the business's growth, as well as identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and automate manual processes. Candidates for this role should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with 10-15 years' experience in accounting operations or operations. A strong background in banking operations, cash management, and reconciliation oversight is essential, and experience in insurance, reinsurance, or financial services is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing financial operations or accounting teams, be adept at establishing and enhancing financial processes, procedures, and controls, and possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Experience in a growing or evolving environment is highly desirable, as the role requires a hands-on finance leader who can effectively support the company's expansion.
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
Functions
- Finance