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Director, Finance FP&A
Career Insights for Fiscal / Budget Director (Public Sector)
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What they do
A Fiscal Director or Budget Director manages the budget and finance department of government agencies or cities. They manage the operations of the budget and finance department; including leading analysts and staff. They review and make recommendations on budget requests and options in terms of policy, programs and objectives for the agency or city while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and statutes. They are responsible for the accumulation of data to support the development of financial analysis and budgeting, including the preparation of quarterly, monthly and annual financial performance measures.
$214,247 / year median in Iowa
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Responsibilities:
Lead a team within FP&A responsible for capital and regulatory reporting deliverables, forecast coordination, and related management reporting and analysis. Oversee preparation of capital-related reporting packages for senior management, governance committees, and other stakeholders, ensuring content is clear, accurate, complete, and decision-useful. Provide technical expertise on capital reporting, statutory reporting, management reporting, and forecast analysis; serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex questions. Partner with business units, Financial Reporting, Actuarial, Risk, Treasury, Tax, Investments, and other FP&A teams to ensure reporting and forecasts are aligned, well supported, and integrated across the organization. Lead or participate in cross-functional initiatives, including process improvements, system implementations, and changes to reporting or forecasting processes. Review and interpret financial and capital data to evaluate results, explain key drivers, assess forecast changes, and support informed leadership decision-making. Create communications for complex messages to a variety of audiences at strategic and operational levels. Develop team talent through coaching, prioritization, feedback, and succession planning; coordinate performance reviews and evaluate overall team achievements. Responsible for ensuring work is performed in a strong control environment; function as a process owner for key reporting, forecasting, or control processes. Recommend and lead implementation of changes to improve quality, efficiency, scalability, and use of technology across reporting and analysis processes.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience 12 years of accounting/finance experience including eight years of management experience Extensive knowledge of assigned business area (e.g. investments, premiums, corporate finance) Strong leadership and people management skills Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to diverse audiences Organizational and prioritization skills Advanced computer skills in MS Office, Excel and financial business systemsPreferred Qualifications:
CPA/advanced degree Extensive knowledge of life insurance and annuity products, statutory reporting requirements, regulatory capital frameworks, management reporting, and financial analysis. Knowledge of NAIC Risk Based Capital requirements and Bermuda regulatory reporting. Experience with Oracle ERP, including planning and forecasting. Experience preparing and presenting financial, capital, or regulatory reporting analysis for senior leadership or governance audiences.Working Conditions:
Hybrid (In Office:
Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays) The Salary for this position generally ranges between $159,000 - $200,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.Disclaimer:
Beware of fake job offers! We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions.Please note:
We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront. Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email. This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request. What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package Pension Plan 401k Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Discounts Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program Back-Up Care Program PTO for Volunteer Hours Employee Matching Gifts Program Employee Resource Groups Inclusion and Diversity Programs Employee Recognition Program Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work. Transamerica's Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.• It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. • As of December 31, 2023Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings