Executive Director, Accounting

• Practice Business Applications

• Technologies Workday

• Location Lake Forest, Chicago, United States

• Type Permanent

I’m working with a top-tier, mission-driven insurance organization looking to hire a senior investment accounting leader to take full ownership of their investment accounting & cash strategy.

This is a high-visibility, enterprise role — you’ll sit at the intersection of accounting, investments, and strategy, with real influence on decision-making.

What you’ll own:

• End-to-end investment accounting + cash management
• STAT & GAAP reporting (accuracy, compliance, delivery)
• Oversight of outsourced providers
• Technical accounting leadership (insurance investments)
• Liquidity, forecasting, and investment strategy support
• Driving process improvements + strengthening controls
• Leading and building a high-performing team

What they need:

• CPA Qualified
• 10+ years in investment accounting (insurance strongly preferred)
• Deep STAT & GAAP expertise
• Proven leadership experience
• Strong technical + strategic mindset
• Workday Experience 

📍 Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 remote)

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