Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) (Insurance)

Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) (Insurance) About the Company Reputable provider of top-notch services Industry Accounting Type Privately Held About the Role The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) (Insurance) will be responsible for leading and overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance functions to ensure accuracy, transparency, and alignment with regulatory standards. This includes establishing and enforcing accounting policies, managing audits and internal controls, overseeing the preparation of financial statements, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting. The role also involves partnering with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making, improving accounting systems and processes, managing risk, and leading and developing a high-performing accounting team to maintain strong financial integrity across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior accounting or financial leadership roles, with deep expertise in financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential, along with the ability to manage complex accounting functions and translate financial data into actionable insights. Candidates should possess excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, high attention to detail, and experience with accounting systems and audits. A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically required, with a CPA or equivalent certification and advanced education preferred. Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Finance