VP II, Head of Reserving Governance and Reporting

Compensation

$231,000.00 - $231,000.00 / Yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Title:

VP II, Head of Reserving Governance and Reporting

Company:

Everest Global Services, Inc.

Job Category:

Analytics

Job Description:

About Everest:

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Head of Reserving Governance and Reporting. This role is responsible for leading the governance and reporting function within the reserving team, ensuring robust controls, high-quality reporting, and well-documented, transparent processes.

The role plays a critical part in strengthening the integrity and consistency of reserving outputs, while driving the transformation and automation of reporting processes. Working closely with Finance, Investor Relations, Risk, Audit and other stakeholders, this position ensures that reserving information is accurate, timely, and fit for purpose to support financial reporting and external communications.

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Controls

Establish, implement, and continuously enhance a comprehensive reserving governance framework.

Ensure clear and consistent documentation of reserving methodologies, assumptions, models, and key judgments.

Oversee the design, implementation, and effectiveness of internal controls across the reserving function.

Lead the annual review and ongoing enhancement of controls, partnering with Finance and Internal Audit.

Ensure robust process governance, including change management, version control, and audit readiness.

Reporting Oversight

Own and oversee the delivery of all reserving-related reporting, including internal management reporting and external disclosures.

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting outputs across all stakeholders.

Partner with Finance to support quarterly and annual financial close processes, including reserving inputs and analysis.

Ensure alignment of reserving outputs across actuarial, financial, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Reporting Transformation & Automation

Lead the strategic transformation of reserving reporting, with a focus on automation, scalability, and efficiency.

Identify opportunities to streamline data flows, eliminate manual processes, and improve reporting timelines.

Drive the implementation of modern reporting tools, dashboards, and automated solutions in collaboration with data and technology teams.

Promote the use of standardized processes and data structures to enhance consistency and transparency.

Stakeholder Support & Information Delivery

Serve as a key partner to Finance, Investor Relations, and Risk by providing high-quality reserving data, analysis, and insights.

Coordinate and deliver materials that support internal stakeholders in preparing for external communications, including earnings calls, rating agency and regulator discussions.

Ensure reserving information is clearly articulated, well-supported, and consistent across all uses.

Policy, Standards & Best Practices

Maintain, and enhance reserving policies, standards, and best practice documentation.

Ensure alignment with evolving regulatory expectations and industry standards.

Drive continuous improvement in governance, reporting, and documentation practices across the reserving function.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and develop a team responsible for governance, controls, and reporting activities.

Set clear priorities and direction, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Partner cross-functionally with Actuarial, Finance, Risk, and Technology teams to align on data, assumptions, and reporting outputs.

Qualifications & Experience

15+ years of actuarial experience, with significant focus on reserving.

Qualified actuary (or equivalent).

Strong experience in reserving governance, reporting, and control frameworks.

Proven track record in leading reporting transformation initiatives, including automation and process optimization.

Deep understanding of financial reporting processes and the interaction between actuarial and finance functions.

Experience supporting internal stakeholders with materials for external reporting and communications.

Strong leadership and team management experience.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex actuarial concepts into clear, actionable insights.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking and leadership

Strong governance and control mindset

Process improvement and automation focus

Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Collaboration and stakeholder management

Clear and effective communication

The base salary range for this position is $231,000 - $324,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture.

Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.

Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R7183-4342