VP/AVP, External Financial Reporting
at KKR
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- $120,000 – $190,000 USD
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- United States
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**VP/AVP, External Financial Reporting** at KKR leads insurance-segment financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory standards (e.g., SEC, SIPC). Quarter-over-quarter and annually, produce and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and disclosures. Oversee and mentor a team of financial reporting professionals, fostering a culture of accuracy and timeliness. Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, controllership, and taxes teams. Requires 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably with a Big 4 audit background or similar, along with strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with IFRS. Experience in insurance or asset management industries is preferred. Must be proficient in financial software (e.g., Hyperion, Workday) and possess excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. This Boston, MA-based role reports directly to the Director, Head of External Financial Reporting.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vice President/Assistant Vise President, External Financial Reporting assists with quarterly and annual financial reporting and related disclosures for Global Atlantic and KKR. The VP/AVP is responsible for leading the Insurance-segment financial reporting team and assuring that our financial statements are compliant with applicable regulations and reporting standards and prepared within the timeframe required by our stakeholders. The individual will report to the Director, Head of External Financial Reporting and will be based in Boston, MA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Timely preparation, review or compilation of supporting documentation for quarterly and annual reports (including drafting and reviewing MD&A), quarterly earnings releases and other related communications and presentations;
- Coordinate the internal and external review of all SEC and other financial reports;
- Responsible for maintaining compliance with SEC and GAAP reporting requirements;
- Collaborate with other teams including analysis, accounting policy, internal and external counsel, investor relations, corporate development/strategy, treasury, internal and external audit;
- Provide ongoing analysis and maintenance of processes and procedures used for compliance with relevant regulatory requirements (SOX, SEC, FASB, etc.) and make recommendations for automation, improvements and/or enhancements to processes;
- Supervision and coaching of junior accountants/associates, and
- Assisting with special projects as needed.
- Experience setting AI strategy or leading AI adoption across a team or function
- Ability to coach teams on the effective and responsible use of AI
- Track record of identifying where AI can create meaningful business value
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or higher required in accounting, data-analysis, or related fields;
- Active Certified Public Accountant required;
- Big 4 experience preferred (manager or higher);
- 10+ years of cumulative work experience;
- Recent experience in SEC or GAAP reporting roles at life insurance companies or other similar financial services organizations preferred;
- Experience working with disclosure management solutions such as Workiva preferred, with preference to candidates with deep experience with Workiva data management and automation aspects;
- Familiarity with ERPs and consolidation platforms, such as PeopleSoft, SAP, and OneStream;
- Data management and scripting skills (SQL, Python, automation);
- Demonstrated expertise in SEC or GAAP accounting standards and practices, inclusive of hands-on experience with XBRL;
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently;
- Strong written and oral communication skills;
- A continuous improvement mindset; and
- Familiarity with data management and analysis methodologies and practices desired, including in depth experience with SQL and Python queries and scripting
This is the expected annual base salary range for this Boston-based position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.
Base Salary Range $120,000 - $190,000
To be considered for this role, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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