What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Corporate Accounting and External Reporting position at Progressive Insurance?
Director Corporate Accounting and External Reporting
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As the director of corporate accounting and external reporting, you’ll maintain the financial integrity of the business’s external Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)/Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) financial reporting. In this role, you’ll establish the overall corporate accounting strategy and vision. You’ll provide expertise related to GAAP reporting and serve as a liaison to the Statutory, Reinsurance, and Investment Reporting groups, and as well as to our Legal, Tax, Business Unit control groups, and other areas of the business. Additionally, you’ll lead a team of managers and accountants responsible for companywide general accounting and reporting, and work collaboratively with other key financial reporting leaders. This position will be a working manager and will have a significant impact on shaping the financial reporting for Progressive.
Must-have qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or related field of study (e.g., Finance) and a minimum of 10 years specialized accounting (e.g., reinsurance, investments), financial reporting, or public accounting experience, with at least five years leadership experience (e.g., management)
Preferred skills
Demonstrated experience preparing accurate and timely reporting to the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) within a large-scale environment, with a strong track record of ownership and responsibility for results.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification with deep knowledge of GAAP and technical accounting
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated experience managing high-performing teams and complex financial reporting processes
Prior experience with the accounting and reporting for, and integration efforts associated with, acquired entities
Strong attention to detail matched with strategy development skills, with the ability to establish the corporate accounting strategy and vision
Compensation
$160,000 – $205,000/year
Gainshare bonus up to 50% of your eligible earnings based on company performance
Participation in our restricted stock units plan
Benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
Wellness & mental health programs
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
Paid time off, including volunteer time off
Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
Career development & tuition assistance
Onsite gym & healthcare at large locations
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $160,000 - $205,000