Assistant Vice President Controller
Business/Operating Units:
Corporate Accounting
Position:
4214
Reports to (title):
Vice President of Finance – IFS
Financial Services, Inc.
Department: IFS Financial Services, Inc.
Employment Status:
Exempt
Summary of Responsibilities:
Manages, directs and leads a team of exempt and nonexempt associates accountable for providing the financial
reporting, financial operations and product and associate commission processing and payment for multiple financial
subsidiaries of Western & Southern Financial Group. Enhances bottom-line profit by developing measurements and
financial reports by business unit, product, department and entity for the same Western & Southern Financial Group
subsidiaries. Monitors costs and expenses and recommends cost savings, improves efficiencies/streamlines
processes and provides senior management with financial reports to help with management of the day-to-day
business, within subsidiaries.
Position Responsibilities:
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Manages, directs and leads a team of exempt and nonexempt individuals accountable for providing the financial
reporting, financial operations and commission processing for multiple financial subsidiaries of Western &
Southern Financial Group.
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Oversees all the day-to-day financial reporting responsibilities for the supported subsidiaries to include ledger
work, income statements and balance sheets, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, review
and distribution of financial data, departmental expense analysis, actual-to-plan analyses with variance
explanations, scorecard preparation and explanations and various other financial reports and analyses.
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Oversees all the day-to-day financial operation responsibilities for the supported subsidiaries to include cash
movement and control, cash flow statements, accounts receivable and accounts payable, variable annuity and
fixed annuity commission payments, commission payments to associates, sales reporting, special requests and
various other operational functions.
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Oversees all the day-to-day commission processing for the products and associates for the different distribution
channels within the supported subsidiaries.
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Develops and implements performance standards, measures and metrics used to measure the different lines of
business and entities of responsibility.
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Maintains a strong focus on controls, recommending, implementing and monitoring cost improvements that
enhance the bottom line.
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Develops, recommends and implements process changes that positively effect workflow and maximize
efficiencies.
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Recommends cost-saving synergies across supported subsidiaries to enhance bottom-line financial results.
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Assumes responsibility for ensuring the integrity of all financial data.
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Responsibility for the regulatory filings required by the SEC and FINRA, as well as financial audits required by
same.
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Monitors actual financial results compared to plan and makes recommendations to enhance the bottom line,
implementing and monitoring recommendations if approved.
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Ensures proper internal controls are in place throughout the subsidiaries to safeguard assets.
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Assist subsidiary and W&SFG senior management with financial reports, analyses and special requests to help
manage and grow the business.
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Corresponds with W&SFG Accounting and Tax Departments.
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Recruits, hires, trains and develops staff. Provides direction to and development of associates through daily
coaching, the administration of the Performance Management Program and the creation and implementation of
development plans.
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Stays current on trends in our business, networking and being aware of our competitor’s strategies and major
operation initiatives.
Western & Southern Financial Group Proprietary/Confidential: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates
assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of associates so classified, and they may change at any time. For
Internal Use Only by the Western & Southern Financial Group Family of Companies. This information is provided as information to Western & Southern Financial Group associates
only and may not be copied or distributed outside the Western & Southern Financial Group Family of Companies.
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Vice President Controller
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Develops and executes strategic initiatives in their operation that gives us a competitive edge.
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Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Selection Criteria:
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Possesses and demonstrates a strong working knowledge, understanding and experience utilizing GAAP
accounting rules and regulations.
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Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate simple and reasonable solutions to complex questions and
issues to all levels of management.
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Demonstrated substantial experience directing a corporate accounting function and team of professionals within
the investment/financial services industry to the successful and continuous attainment of established goals and
objectives.
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Proven in-depth understanding, knowledge of and experience working with Broker Dealers, Investment Advisors,
Private Equity and Money Management Firms.
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Possesses strong leadership skills in the areas of motivation, coaching, personal development of subordinates
and change management.
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Demonstrated experience successfully managing financial projects to completion requiring the use of complex
problem-solving skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience communicating to and influencing opinions of
large groups.
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Proven experience handling multiple priorities within a fast-paced financial environment that supports multiple
businesses at one time.
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Proven ability to solve complex problems and provide creative solutions.
Educational Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Masters with a concentration in Accounting.
Computer skills and knowledge of hardware & software required:
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Proficient in Excel, working knowledge of word processing applications, presentation software and database
software.
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Demonstrated experience and familiarity with accounting packages/software.
Certifications & licenses (i.e. Series 6 & 63, CPA, etc.):
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CPA with all CPE requirements current.
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Series 27 or obtain license within six months of hire.
Position Demands:
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Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects.
Western & Southern Financial Group Proprietary/Confidential: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates
assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of associates so classified, and they may change at any time. For
Internal Use Only by the Western & Southern Financial Group Family of Companies. This information is provided as information to Western & Southern Financial Group associates
only and may not be copied or distributed outside the Western & Southern Financial Group Family of Companies.
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