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The Vice President Finance Business Partner, Investments is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the investment function within a multi-line reinsurance company. This leadership role requires a deep understanding of investment strategies, asset classes, asset-liability matching and other reinsurance-specific investment considerations. The successful candidate will work closely with the Chief Investment Officer to drive financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic decision-making. Additionally, the role will serve as a conduit between finance and investments, presenting to business leaders and executive leadership on investment activities impacting the broader organization.  This role will be based in Jersey City, NJ office on a hybrid basis. 

What You Will Do:

• Financial Leadership: Provide strategic financial leadership for the investment organization, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Segment Support: Collaborate with the investment organization and investment accounting to develop structures to optimize returns for capital, accounting and tax considerations
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and standards, including financial reporting and solvency regulations
• Performance Management: Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management
• Strategic Planning: Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives to drive growth and profitability.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial results and strategic plans to internal and external stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, and regulatory bodies
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor within a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

What You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA, CFA, or other advanced finance qualifications preferred
• 10+ years' experience in a senior financial leadership role within the reinsurance or insurance industry
• Strong knowledge of reinsurance industry practices, investment products, regulatory and accounting requirements
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong ability to craft narratives that connect financial performance to strategic goals, ensuring clarity and impact
• Adept at communicating financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences, fostering alignment and understanding
• Ability to think strategically and drive long-term financial planning; understands current market dynamics
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills; proficiency in financial modeling and financial principles
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and guide and mentor teams through thought leadership and support

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