Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

About the role

The Technical Accounting and Reporting Director provides strategic leadership and oversight across key financial disciplines including Financial Reporting, Tax Compliance, and Investment Accounting. This role serves as the principal authority on the interpretation and application of Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and relevant tax regulations, ensuring the organization remains compliant with evolving standards and regulatory requirements.
The Director leads cross-functional teams to execute timely and accurate financial and tax reporting, disclosures, and processing activities. This includes directing the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of accounting policies, internal controls, and operational workflows to improve efficiency, mitigate risk, and support enterprise-wide financial integrity.
Additionally, the Director is responsible for recruiting, developing, and evaluating team members to foster a high-performing, collaborative environment that supports strategic objectives and drives organizational excellence.

How does this role make an impact?

• Oversees accounting activities ensuring compliance with regulations and adherence to Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or tax guidance.

• Establishes and maintains a robust financial control environment to safeguard organizational assets and ensure data integrity. Ensures the delivery of accurate, timely reports to support internal decision-making and maintain regulatory compliance.

• Oversees the preparation of financial statements, tax returns, and other regulatory filings.

• Drives process improvements and oversees system implementations and enhancements to meet accounting requirements and/or streamline accounting workflows.

• Manages the implementation and maintenance of disaster recovery plans and activities in assigned areas. Maintains current contact information for all employees in applicable areas and communicates with non-recovery employees during a disaster.

Do you have what we're looking for?

Typically requires 12+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training, including management experience.

CPA designation required.

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Base Pay Range:

$164,800-$226,600

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for both a Short-Term Incentive plan and a Long-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.