Director, Financial Reporting Position Available In Orange, Florida

Director, Financial Reporting Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association Maitland, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$81.6K – $98.3K a year 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Health insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook CPA Public accounting 5 years Accounting software Financial report writing Microsoft Office Microsoft Dynamics GP GAAP Accounting Senior level Statutory Accounting Principles Accounting Account reconciliation Full Job Description When you’re part of our team, you’re part of a family. A little bit about us. The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association is the state’s leading full-service specialty crop organization, serving Florida’s grower-shipper community since 1943. FFVA represents a broad range of crops, including vegetables, citrus, tropical fruit, berries, sod, sugar cane, tree crops and more. FFVA Mutual Insurance Co. is a workers’ compensation carrier, rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best, that insures a variety of businesses across all major industry groups in 10 states (AL, FL, GA, IN, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN, and VA). FFVA offers an excellent work environment and benefits package including paying 100% of the premiums on employee-only coverage for one of our medical plan options and a generous match and profit-sharing contribution in our 401k plan. Position Description The Director, Financial Reporting, will perform functions to assist the Vice President in managing, implementing, and directing the organization’s accounting functions and general ledger accounting activities. Primary responsibilities are to produce financial statements in accordance with GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles. This position deals with complex factors and ideas and makes decisions based on conclusions for which there may be little precedent. The Organizations include FFVA Mutual Insurance Co. and its subsidiary, FFVA Select Insurance Co., as well as Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association and its Subsidiaries.

Essential Functions:

1. Prepare and file periodic financial statements and other reporting documentation in compliance with

GAAP, NAIC

Statutory Accounting guidelines, and State Insurance Department requirements for all states in which the organization writes insurance policies. Financial reporting includes a primary responsibility for required AM Best filings necessary for completion of FFVA Mutual’s annual financial strength rating and NCCI Financial Data calls and other related reporting. Develop and/or supervise the preparation of various spreadsheets and analyses to prepare the financial statements and supporting documentation. 2. Review the various periodic State premium tax returns and deposits for all states in which the organization writes policies. 3. Serve as accounting liaison for audit. Provide documentation, answer questions and investigate, resolve and recommend action on proposed or passed audit adjustments arising from audit. Review financial statements and reconcile internal statements to the requirements of the audit. 4. Review supporting documentation prepared by staff and post to general ledger. Prepare end-of-period adjustments as necessary to correct accounting errors and post. Prepare reports for management and others relating to the organization’s investments and cash management activities. 5. Assign and check work of assigned staff. Provide technical direction to staff and assist them in the investigation and resolution of problems. Evaluate performance and provide counseling and coaching to employees. Maintain harmonious employee/employer relations. 6. Assist with establishing processes and monitoring general accounting operations and overseeing maintenance of the company’s system of accounts and records of all company financial transactions and assets. 7. Assist in preparing Federal and State income tax provisions and in assuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax and financial reporting requirements FFVA Mutual Insurance Co. and its subsidiary FFVA Select Insurance Co. 8. Analyze statistical accounting information to assess operating results for profitability, performance against budget, and other matters. Report variances to management. 9. Assist with verifying the accuracy of the organization’s general ledger. Review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, analyze general ledger account activity and identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies. Coordinate year-end closing accruals, tax provisions, and other year-end closing accounting activities. 10. Monitor reinsurance accounting activity. Prepare quarterly invoices, track accounts receivable, and liaise with reinsurance representatives on accounting accuracy and collections. Prepare applicable reports for general ledger posting and management review. 11. Assist with coordinating and directing the preparation of annual departmental budgets and financial forecasts. 12. Supervise assigned staff and provide technical direction to assist them in the investigation and resolution of problems. Evaluate performance and provide counseling and coaching to employees. Initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, terminations, or disciplinary measures. 13. Participate in determining current and future staffing levels. Develop and implement staffing plans and related budgets. Interview, select, recommend, hire, and train new staff. 14. Participate and support the department management in various projects as assigned.

Other Duties:

1. Participate in meetings and task force groups as directed and maintain required level of knowledge pertaining to accounting and company operating procedures, requirements, processes, and policies. 2. Lead and/or participate in projects or task force groups which focus on issues which have organization wide impact. 3. Perform or assist with any assignments as required or directed.

Qualification Requirements:

1. Accounting degree or 7-10 years’ equivalent experience with college level fundamental accounting courses 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in statutory accounting or a related field. 3. Strong knowledge of statutory accounting principles and financial reporting. 4. Previous public accounting experience preferred 5. CPA preferred 6. Experience with Great Plains, Gain Compliance, Biznet Financial Reporting and CS Professional Suite – Fixed Assets, or equivalent accounting software 7. Intermediate to Advanced level Excel experience 8. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Outlook 9.

Managerial experience:

4-5 employees 10. Deadline driven 11. Ability to work with all levels of staff and management. Maintain harmonious employee/employer relations 12. Available to work flexible hours when necessary