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The Director will also partner closely with internal teams and external service providers to ensure accurate reporting and efficient operational processes as the business continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Lead the company’s financial operations function, including accounts payable, treasury, and operational accounting activities Oversee bank relationships and cash management processes, including bank reconciliations and treasury operations Manage policyholder activity and administrative system reconciliations, ensuring accuracy between operational systems and financial records Supervise a team responsible for operational accounting and financial operations functions Oversee key financial operations workflows, ensuring processes are efficient, controlled, and scalable Manage relationships with third-party service providers supporting compliance and reporting processes Ensure internal processes support insurance regulatory and tax reporting requirements, including premium tax and tax reporting obligations Partner with accounting, finance, and operations teams to build and improve financial operations processes in a high-growth environment Support the implementation and enhancement of systems, controls, and operational workflows as the organization continues to scale Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 6–10+ years of experience in accounting, financial operations, or operational finance roles Experience working within the insurance industry, preferably life insurance, annuities, or related financial services Strong understanding of operational accounting processes, including treasury, reconciliations, and financial operations controls Experience managing or overseeing banking relationships and treasury processes Experience working with insurance policy administration or operational systems Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Preferred Experience Experience in life insurance or annuity platforms, carriers, reinsurers, or insurance technology companies Exposure to premium tax reporting, regulatory reporting, or insurance compliance processes Experience working with outsourced providers supporting compliance or operational processes Background in high-growth, startup, or private equity-backed environments Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.