VP US Controller

We are Athene. At Athene, we are driven to do more. We are a leading retirement services company that issues, reinsures and acquires retirement savings products designed for the increasing number of individuals and institutions seeking to fund retirement needs. We see every day as a new opportunity to measure ourselves against the best - and then we don't stop until we've set the bar even higher. We're ready to help you achieve more.

Purpose:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced US Controller to join our finance team at Athene. The US Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations for our domestic insurance subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company's growth and profitability.

Accountabilities:

• Financial Reporting: Oversee the quarterly and annual preparation and timely submission of accurate financial statements and US statutory reporting requirements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements, including GAAP and US statutory accounting principles.
• Internal Controls: Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Support Business Growth: Lead financial processes in support of the company’s funding agreement issuances and programs. Lead the implementation, refinement and optimization of financial processes and infrastructure needed to support new products and initiatives of the organization.
• Audit & State Examination Coordination: Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process for the domestic entities, ensuring timely and accurate completion, as well as related audit support for the company’s funding agreement-backed notes program. Additionally, oversee the coordination with the state insurance department examinations.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Financial Analysis: Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to senior management to drive business performance and achieve financial objectives.
• Statutory Compliance: Oversee state insurance financial compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filing of all statutory financial filings.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance function.

Qualifications and Experience:

Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 6+ years in a leadership role within the life and annuity insurance industry

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, statutory accounting principles, and regulatory requirements specific to the insurance industry

Leadership Skills:

• Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing accounting team

Analytical Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail

Communication Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to senior management, company boards and external stakeholders including regulators, auditors and outside counsel

Technology Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification required

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