Who are we?
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.
We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?
Learn more about our unique culture and history.

BHSI OFFERS:

• A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
• A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
• Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
• Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
  NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in finance or business administration preferred and/or commensurate work experience.
• 12+ years of experience in the property & casualty business, including insurance accounting and/or finance.
• 5+ years of people leadership.
• Prior experience as a Finance leader in the specialty insurance or, more broadly, property & casualty insurance industry is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of and experience with statutory accounting principles, taxation, and audit procedures

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of BHSI’s financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and other applicable local regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage the annual budget and financial forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and variances, and carrying recommendations forward to Senior Management.
• Coordinate and oversee engagement with our external auditors as directed.
• Review and approve BHSIC Yellow Book STAT reporting for BHSI Senior Management.
• Manage all third-party vendor relationships owned by the Finance function (examples: ADP, TMF, Anaplan.)
• Provide financial analysis of third-party customers and vendors as requested by the business.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in finance or business administration preferred and/or commensurate work experience.
• 12+ years of experience in the property & casualty business, including insurance accounting and/or finance.
• 5+ years of people leadership.
• Prior experience as a Finance leader in the specialty insurance or, more broadly, property & casualty insurance industry is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of and experience with statutory accounting principles, taxation, and audit procedures.