Interim Accounting Systems Transformation Lead

ABOUT THE ROLE

A Life insurance organization is seeking an Interim Accounting Systems Transformation Lead to oversee a critical modernization initiative involving the replacement of its general ledger, financial close, and financial reporting systems.

This highly visible contract leadership role will serve as the internal project owner, guiding the initiative from planning and vendor selection through implementation and operational rollout. The ideal candidate will bring insurance accounting expertise, financial systems implementation experience, and strong project leadership skills.

Lead the accounting systems modernization initiative from planning through implementation.

Evaluate current accounting workflows, reporting processes, and operational inefficiencies.

Manage vendor evaluation, selection, and implementation activities.

Serve as the primary liaison between accounting, IT, consultants, and external vendors.

Establish project timelines, governance, and accountability.

Improve reporting automation, close processes, controls, and operational scalability.

Support testing, training, change management, and user adoption.

Partner closely with the CFO and accounting leadership throughout the project.

Strong insurance accounting background, preferably within Life insurance.

Knowledge of statutory accounting principles and NAIC reporting.

Experience leading accounting, general ledger, or financial systems implementations.

Background in Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Systems, Finance Transformation, or related leadership roles.

Experience with vendor selection, project management, and cross-functional implementations.

Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Experience with AI-enabled financial platforms is highly preferred.

Competitive contract compensation. Remote or hybrid flexibility with occasional interaction with Arizona-based leadership. Opportunity to lead a high-visibility transformation initiative with potential for long-term engagement.