Finance Director

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity. At Farmers, we’re not just known for our unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability, and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience, and measure our impact on the customers who trust us. Join an award-winning, equal-opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds.

About the role

The Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the monthly forecasting and annual planning processes for the business. This includes leveraging current technologies and best practices to report financial results, preparing various ad-hoc scenarios and related analysis for senior leadership, and consolidating, reconciling, and loading plans into financial systems. The Director collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and establish strong relationships with business and finance organizations. Additionally, the Director is responsible for developing team members by broadening their knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• With some guidance, manages all aspects of the monthly forecasting and annual planning process for the business.
• Understands business unit complexities.
• Leverages current and efficient technologies and best practices to report financial results.
• Directs the process for consolidating, reconciling, and loading plans in finance systems.
• Proactively produces multiple ad-hoc BU and/or enterprise planning scenarios for senior leadership.
• Leverages financial expertise as well as business and industry knowledge to provide insight and recommendations.
• Requires close collaboration and thought partnership with nearly all parts of the enterprise.
• Establishes strong relationships with cross-functional teams to gather needed information.
• Able to communicate & deliver effective presentations. Is a trusted thought partner.
• Leads, develops, and holds direct reports accountable to outcomes.
• Sets clear expectations, provides regular feedback, and fosters an environment of continuous improvement.
• Evaluates team talent and takes appropriate action to support the development and succession of the team.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of Accounting or Finance Experience required.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Skills

• Strong technical aptitude, including knowledge of Excel, PPT, and Data organization.
• Finance Modeling, Planning, Insurance Foundation for modeling and Forecasting.
• Strong product knowledge.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Develops and delivers effective presentations.

Work Environment

Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions.

• Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift.
• Occasionally moves about the workplace including navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and/or places objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties.
• Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift.
• Rarely performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees.
• Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information.
• Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain, and locating objects.
• Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace.
• Jobs in this category require rare, if any, travel.

Schedule

Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Pay

• CA Only: $146,925 - $249,700
• CO & ME: $137,775 - $215,490
• HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $137,775 - $230,560
• MA Only: $137,775 - $230,560
• MD & VA: $137,775 - $230,560
• DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $137,775 - $249,700
• Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $146,925 - $215,490
• WA Only: $137,775 - $262,000
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance

For more information, review “What we offer” on Farmers Careers.