Vice President of Finance

A$ A' "A' ? Our client has Retained The Carlisle Group to conduct a search for a VP of Finance . Our client is a very well-respected Property & Casualty Insurance organization. This is an executive level management position responsible for the overall operations of the Finance Department through the exercise of professional accounting skills applied to various functions including financial planning, quarterly closings, and preparation of management information that enables leadership to successfully execute on business strategies. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for the preparation of company financial reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and corporate requirements. Prepares and disseminates other periodic financial and operating information and analyses as requested by management, corporate and CEO. Responsible for the preparation of monthly/quarterly divisional plan versus actual variance reports, balance sheet and operating statement account analysis and cash flow analysis. Responsible for cash management analysis and reporting. Includes responsibility for maintaining cash management relationship with bank. Periodic review of existing and new services offered on cash accounts and managing the cost of these services. Responsible for maintenance, integrity and accuracy of all general and subsidiary ledgers and for control of chart of accounts. Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual subsidiary and benefit plan audits. Responsible for accurate monthly/quarterly closing in accordance with corporate deadlines. Responsible for monthly, quarterly and adhoc reporting to corporate. Responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and documenting policies and procedures for an efficient and effective system of internal accounting control to assure the integrity of accounting information and the safeguarding of company assets. Responsible for monthly/quarterly internal account review and documentation. Responsible for the planning, coordination and preparation of divisional, corporate and consolidated plans. Provides technical assistance to managers in the preparation of sales, operating, capital and personnel budgets. Responsible for periodic forecast updates. Responsible for preparation and documentation of all year-end adjusting, closing and consolidating entries. Also coordinates and/or prepares all year-end account analyses and related worksheets to facilitate the annual independent audit of the company's financial statements. Responsible for the performance and evaluation of various Accounting Department personnel. Makes recommendations regarding the hiring, transferring, promotion and counseling of Accounting Department personnel in accordance with established policies and procedures. Takes advantage of opportunities for professional growth and continued education. Maintains a high level of confidentiality and a professional demeanor in the performance of duties. Keeps the Chief Executive Officer closely advised regarding the performance of duties. Performs other duties as required.