Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) (Insurance)

Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) (Insurance) About the Company Accomplished insurance organization Industry Insurance Type Privately Held About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) with a focus on insurance. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading enterprise accounting and reporting, including GAAP, statutory, regulatory, and tax reporting across all entities. This role requires a deep understanding of FASB, GAAP, statutory accounting principles, insurance regulatory frameworks, and corporate tax strategy. The CAO will also be tasked with managing external audits, maintaining relationships with regulators and rating agencies, and directing tax planning, compliance, and reporting, particularly in the context of M&A and corporate structuring. Applicants for the Chief Accounting Officer position at the company must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting (MBA or MS in taxation strongly preferred) and a CPA certification. A minimum of 15 years of accounting leadership experience within the insurance industry is essential, with a proven track record in overseeing GAAP, statutory accounting, and tax functions. The role demands a leader with strong technical and strategic skills, including the ability to modernize accounting operations through technology and automation. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams, as well as the executive presence to advise senior leadership and influence financial strategy across the organization. Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Finance