Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) to join their team. The CAO will be a senior executive responsible for the oversight of all accounting, statutory reporting, and financial governance functions within the insurance enterprise. This includes direct oversight of all financial reporting across insurance subsidiaries, ensuring accurate and timely regulatory filings, and maintaining compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and all relevant regulations. The successful candidate will also lead accounting operations, manage internal controls, and engage in financial strategy and partnership, including M&A integration and system modernization. Candidates for the CAO position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, with a CPA preferred. A minimum of 15 years' progressive experience in insurance accounting and finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, is required. The role demands a strong background in internal controls, audit, and regulatory compliance, as well as technical mastery in P&C insurance accounting. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, and a proven track record in leading transformation and project initiatives. Personal attributes such as resilience, attention to detail, and a high degree of integrity are essential, as is the ability to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the team.