Vice President, Technical Accounting

Technical Accounting Leadership:

• Oversee the application of technical accounting standards and ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulations.
• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues including revenue recognition lease accounting and financial instruments.
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards and ensure the organization is prepared for changes in accounting regulations.

External Reporting:

• Manage the preparation and review of all external financial reports including quarterly and annual reports (10-Q 10-K) ensuring accuracy and compliance with SEC requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Ensure consistency and transparency in external financial communications.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Develop implement and maintain robust internal control processes to ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Monitor compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures as well as external regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to identify and mitigate risks associated with financial reporting.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Provide training and support to the accounting team on technical accounting matters and regulatory updates.
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Strategic Financial Planning:

• Partner with senior leadership to provide technical accounting insights and support strategic financial planning initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the companys financial strategy ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Assist in M&A activities including due diligence and integration of acquired entities.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors regulators and other stakeholders on technical accounting and reporting matters.
• Communicate complex accounting issues and financial results to senior management and the board of directors.
• Ensure clear and effective communication of financial information to investors and analysts.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay abreast of industry trends and changes in accounting standards to ensure the company remains compliant and competitive.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial reporting and technical accounting.

Special Projects:

• Lead and participate in special projects and initiatives as required providing technical accounting expertise and support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on various projects to ensure alignment with financial reporting objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in Accounting CPA. MBA preferred.
• 15 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
• Expertise in technical accounting and internal control.
• Demonstrated experience in SEC reporting and SOX compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Insurance and/or health care industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment with tight deadlines.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus and long term incentive plan.

We want you to be healthy balanced and feel secure. Thats why youll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment youll be offered several health-related benefits including medical vision dental and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match company paid life insurance tuition reimbursement a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs visit Life at Cigna Group.

About The Cigna Group

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color age disability sex childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status religion national origin ancestry marital or familial status genetic information status with regard to public assistance citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Iowa Kansas Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Nebraska Ohio Pennsylvania Texas Utah Vermont and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.