Berkley One (A Berkley Company) - Stamford, CT
posted about 2 months ago
Berkley One is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team in Stamford, CT. Reporting directly to the Berkley One President, the CFO will be responsible for leading and managing the finance function, serving as a key strategic partner in the development and growth of the organization. This role encompasses oversight of all financial and accounting activities, including management of financial and management reporting, premium collection, and ensuring compliance with SOX, GAAP, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to finance and tax issues. The CFO will also be tasked with building, validating, and documenting all processes, systems, and workflows for finance operations, necessitating a high degree of collaboration with the W.R. Berkley corporate finance team. The CFO will lead comprehensive P&L reporting of revenues, losses, and expenses, supporting the company's short and long-term strategic financial objectives. This includes providing guidance, insights, and strategic direction to the leadership team to meet financial objectives and enhance profitability. The role involves conducting financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting, while managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes in close collaboration with Berkley One and the WRB corporate finance team to ensure alignment and meet expectations. In addition, the CFO will establish and maintain relationships with internal and external auditors to ensure the company's direction is clearly advised and approved. The position requires proactive collaboration with other senior team members to ensure sound processes affecting financial outcomes. The CFO will also direct the management and documentation of all systems, workflows, and processes for financial and reinsurance accounting, reporting, billing, and premium collection. Leading the finance staff, the CFO will ensure that clear performance objectives and metrics are in place, staffing levels are appropriate, and employees are engaged and developed. Building collaborative relationships with peers and stakeholders across Berkley One and the W.R. Berkley organization is essential to identify and strategize how to manage market dynamics and finance trends. Other duties, projects, and initiatives may be assigned as needed.