Job description
The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Protective Insurance Company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Financial Reporting to lead the financial reporting function for our Asset Protection Division (APD). This role is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and presenting financial results, ensuring timely and accurate statutory and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) reporting. The Director will provide strategic leadership to APD accounting teams, oversee audits and third-party administrator (TPA) reviews, and support key projects across the division. This position requires strong collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, as well as external stakeholders such as auditors, regulators, and reinsurers.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare internal GAAP financial reports for the Asset Protection Division and present results to senior management, explaining variances.
- Oversee the preparation of GAAP financial statements for APD legal entities.
- Lead and manage APD accounting staff, fostering employee development, engagement, and high performance.
- Coordinate audit and examination materials for auditors, state insurance departments, and regulators.
- Provide financial expertise and support for various APD projects and initiatives.
- Maintain regular communication with senior management across Sales, Marketing, Compliance, Claims, Risk Management, IT, and Product Management, as well as external auditors, customers, agents, brokers, and reinsurers.
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Required
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting principles.
- Strong understanding of the insurance industry; experience in Vehicle Service Contract business preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software systems.
- Exceptional leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under demanding deadlines with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred.
- FLMI or other industry designation desirable.
- 10–15 years of financial/insurance accounting experience.
- 5–10 years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.
$90,000 - $138,000 a year
Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $90,000 to $138,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees. This position also offers additional incentive opportunities through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance.
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
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