Senior Assistant Vice President

The Senior Assistant Vice President (Finance Operations) will own end‑to‑end accounting, analysis and expense reporting for the IMU Insurance L&A segment. Reporting to the Geography Controller, the role partners with on‑shore teams, actuarial, AP/AR and external reporting groups to deliver accurate results, support strategic decision‑making, drive automation, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and local regulations.

Oversee end‑to‑end Accounting & Analysis and Expense Reporting operations for the assigned geography.

Partner with on‑shore teams to monitor and resolve high‑aged open items and prepare aging reports.

Collaborate with on‑shore finance and business units on financial reporting deliverables and special projects.

Provide internal and external audit support, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.

Anticipate client business needs, proactively resolve issues, and act as primary escalation point for operational matters.

Identify process improvement opportunities and lead automation and transformation initiatives.

Coach, mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a high‑performance culture.

Create a client‑centric environment with transparent communication, recognition, and rewards aligned to client objectives.

Design and maintain systems, checks and records to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory guidelines.

Regularly review compliance adherence and report findings to senior leadership.

Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in insurance or related services.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field; MBA or professional certification (CA, CPA, CFA) preferred.

Demonstrated experience managing a regional finance team and leading large‑scale transformation projects.

Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance in India.

Proven ability to partner with business stakeholders, actuarial teams, and external reporting groups.

Hands‑on experience with automation tools (RPA, VBA, Power BI) and data analytics.

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.

Effective communication and influencing abilities across senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.

Track record of driving process improvements and implementing robust internal controls.

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities.