General Placement Service
Chief Financial Officer
General Placement Service, Saint Augustine, Florida, United States, 32095
Chief Financial Officer – Commercial Insurance Group
Overview An established and growth-focused insurance company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. This role is central to shaping the company’s financial strategy, strengthening operational performance, and supporting continued expansion in the commercial lines marketplace. The incoming CFO will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, providing forward-looking insights that balance innovation with disciplined financial management. The position requires a proven executive with deep knowledge of the Property & Casualty sector, insurance accounting, and capital optimization through reinsurance and strategic planning.
Primary Areas of Responsibility Executive Financial Leadership
Lead all finance functions including accounting, reporting, treasury, and controls in accordance with GAAP and statutory standards
Oversee the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual statements to regulatory authorities
Partner with external auditors, reinsurers, and financial institutions to ensure transparency and compliance
Reinsurance & Capital Management
Develop, evaluate, and implement reinsurance structures that enhance profitability and safeguard balance-sheet strength
Supervise reinsurance accounting, ceded reporting, and recoverable tracking
Advise senior leadership on capital allocation and risk transfer strategy
Operational Finance & Collections
Direct billing, receivables, and premium accounting processes to ensure accuracy and timely collection
Establish best-practice procedures to reduce delinquency and improve cash flow
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Drive the annual budgeting process and long-term financial modeling aligned with corporate objectives
Deliver financial analysis, variance reviews, and performance dashboards that guide executive decision-making
Support evaluation of mergers, partnerships, and market expansion initiatives
Risk, Governance & Controls
Oversee credit risk exposure and implement policies to maintain strong financial discipline
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory frameworks
Serve as a key voice in corporate governance and enterprise risk management discussions
Ideal Background
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA designation preferred.
20+ years of progressive finance experience within the Property & Casualty insurance sector, including 5+ years in an executive capacity.
Expertise in statutory reporting, NAIC filings, and reinsurance program management.
Demonstrated track record of leading large-scale financial operations and driving strategic initiatives.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
Proven ability to partner across underwriting, claims, and operations to achieve corporate goals.
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Overview An established and growth-focused insurance company is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. This role is central to shaping the company’s financial strategy, strengthening operational performance, and supporting continued expansion in the commercial lines marketplace. The incoming CFO will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, providing forward-looking insights that balance innovation with disciplined financial management. The position requires a proven executive with deep knowledge of the Property & Casualty sector, insurance accounting, and capital optimization through reinsurance and strategic planning.
Primary Areas of Responsibility Executive Financial Leadership
Lead all finance functions including accounting, reporting, treasury, and controls in accordance with GAAP and statutory standards
Oversee the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual statements to regulatory authorities
Partner with external auditors, reinsurers, and financial institutions to ensure transparency and compliance
Reinsurance & Capital Management
Develop, evaluate, and implement reinsurance structures that enhance profitability and safeguard balance-sheet strength
Supervise reinsurance accounting, ceded reporting, and recoverable tracking
Advise senior leadership on capital allocation and risk transfer strategy
Operational Finance & Collections
Direct billing, receivables, and premium accounting processes to ensure accuracy and timely collection
Establish best-practice procedures to reduce delinquency and improve cash flow
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Drive the annual budgeting process and long-term financial modeling aligned with corporate objectives
Deliver financial analysis, variance reviews, and performance dashboards that guide executive decision-making
Support evaluation of mergers, partnerships, and market expansion initiatives
Risk, Governance & Controls
Oversee credit risk exposure and implement policies to maintain strong financial discipline
Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory frameworks
Serve as a key voice in corporate governance and enterprise risk management discussions
Ideal Background
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA designation preferred.
20+ years of progressive finance experience within the Property & Casualty insurance sector, including 5+ years in an executive capacity.
Expertise in statutory reporting, NAIC filings, and reinsurance program management.
Demonstrated track record of leading large-scale financial operations and driving strategic initiatives.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset.
Proven ability to partner across underwriting, claims, and operations to achieve corporate goals.
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