Position Overview

LHH is partnering with a growth oriented organization in the Property & Casualty insurance space to recruit a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to play a critical role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and long‑term success. This executive will serve as a trusted member of the senior leadership team, influencing decision‑making across the business while ensuring financial integrity, discipline, and transparency.

The CFO will act as a strategic thought partner to the President while remaining closely connected with financial operations. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in environments that value both high standards and strong relationships someone who can drive accountability, elevate reporting and controls, and develop a capable finance team, all while preserving a collaborative, values driven culture.

**This position is open to relocation assistance**

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance and operations leader and active member of the senior leadership team
• Partner closely with the President to accelerate execution, optimize financial outcomes, and manage costs
• Provide executive leadership with clear analysis and guidance on the financial implications of business decisions
• Lead the development and execution of short and long term financial strategy and planning initiatives
• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Oversee the general ledger, expense management, and close processes with strong discipline and structure
• Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with GAAP, statutory reporting, and regulatory requirements
• Lead quarterly board reporting and executive‑level financial communications
• Drive improvements in financial reporting, forecasting, controls, and overall process efficiency, including automation opportunities
• Identify and resolve accounting and reporting issues proactively to minimize financial risk
• Develop and lead a high‑performing finance team, including coaching, accountability, and career development conversations
• Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to senior leadership on financial and operational matters

Required Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Property & Casualty insurance carrier experience required
• Brokerage or agency experience acceptable when paired with carrier background
• Demonstrated experience with statutory and GAAP insurance reporting
• Strong command of accounting fundamentals, including debits/credits, close cycles, and reporting requirements
• Experience managing structured close timelines and complex deadlines
• Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution
• Experience leading board‑level financial reporting and presentations
• Track record of driving accountability, discipline, and operational rigor in evolving environments
• Strong working knowledge of financial systems and tools; Oracle, PeopleSoft, and advanced Excel preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred