AVP, Accounting Operations

West Chester, PA (3 days/week in the office)

About the role

The AVP in Accounting Operations leads the day-to-day accounting operations function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, timely close processes, and operational excellence. This role oversees accounting staff, payroll and expense accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entry processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. The AVP partners closely with Finance, Operations, Actuarial, IT, and external stakeholders to support organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and approval of journal entries.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of outstanding reconciling items.
• Monitor financial results and perform variance analysis to identify trends and risks.
• Support internal and external reporting requirements, including audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate audit activities and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Monitor adherence to accounting procedures and identify control enhancement opportunities.
• Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals through coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Establish priorities and allocate resources to meet close and reporting deadlines.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting processes and reduce manual activities.
• Lead initiatives focused on automation, standardization, and operational efficiency.
• Communicate financial and operational issues, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Support strategic projects, acquisitions, integrations, and business initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with general ledger systems, account reconciliations, and close processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience overseeing Fixed Asset accounting, Intercompany/Inter-unit accounting, expense accounting, and Payroll accounting functions, including related reconciliations, controls, reporting, and process improvements.

Skills

• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
• Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem-solving to reach a well-reasoned solution.
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
• Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.

Pay

West Chester, PA - $135,000-$157,000

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & wellness program.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Schedule

3 days/week in the office