Director, Corporate Controller

Delta Dental of Virginia is looking for our next Director, Corporate Controller, a senior leadership role designed as the successor to the current incumbent expecting to retire in the coming year. Ultimately reporting directly to the SVP & Chief Financial Officer, this position serves as a senior finance leader responsible for enterprise-wide accounting, financial reporting for multiple entities, governance, and regulatory compliance.

This role serves as a trusted advisor to Executive leadership, providing financial stewardship, professional judgment, and leadership over GAAP and Statutory reporting, audits, internal controls, and financial operations across all affiliated entities and the Foundation. The role also leads payroll, accounts payable, T&E policy oversight, and business reporting functions while developing a high‑performing accounting and reporting organization.

Financial Reporting, Compliance & Governance.

• Ensure the integrity of financial reporting through strong accounting governance, clear policies, effective internal controls, and accountability for remediation of audit findings, regulatory observations, and control deficiencies.
• Oversee accurate and timely preparation of GAAP and statutory financial statements for all affiliated entities.
• Serve as executive liaison with regulatory agencies (including Bureau of Insurance and IRS), investment advisor, bank, and external auditors.
• Lead annual GAAP, statutory, retirement plan, and regulatory audits.
• Oversee internal control environment, financial risk management, and compliance.
• Oversee the activities of the Business Reporting team, ensuring data and reports are provided to internal and external stakeholders accurately and timely.

• Provide executive oversight of accounts payable, payroll, T&E, treasury controls, and payroll tax compliance.
• Serve as a primary liaison with our IT Affiliate (North winds) and other system partners to ensure financial data integrity, completeness and automation accuracy for reporting.
• Lead and develop the Accounting and Business Reporting teams, including talent development and succession planning.
• Support strategic initiatives through financial analysis, regulatory interpretation, and resource planning.
• Prepare financial materials for Executive leadership and the Board of Directors, and Board Committees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred; MBA desirable).
• 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience in public accounting, insurance, banking, or other regulated financial services environments.
• Expertise in GAAP, statutory and regulatory reporting, not for profit and for-profit tax implications, audit management, and complex accounting judgments, with the ability to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely financial statements.
• Demonstrated judgment in addressing complex accounting, regulatory, and reporting matters.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage cross‑functional initiatives, and communicate complex financial matters to non‑financial audiences.
• General knowledge of internal operational reporting teams and data requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Delta Dental of Virginia offers a comprehensive compensation package in addition to your annual base salary which include the following:

• Annual Incentive Plan available to all team members.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D).
• Voluntary Benefits (such as Critical Illness/Accident, Pet Insurance and Legal Resources).
• Employee Assistance and Health and Wellness programs (including an onsite fitness center!).
• 24/7 On-Demand Text Care:
  Text a board-certified medical provider, for you and your loved ones, 24/7 - and get a provider response in under 5 minutes.
• Generous Holiday/PTO offerings, with an extra paid day off during your birthday month.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
• Comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and Profit Sharing program.
• Tuition Reimbursement / Educational Assistance.